TOURING ITALY: LOMBARDY
Italy travel guide: Travel tips, tours, "what to do" in region Lombardy
Milan Cathedral - with the golden Madonna statue, symbol of Milan
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Capital city: Milan
Provinces: Milano, Brescia, Bergamo, Como, Cremona, Lecco, Lodi, Mantova, Pavia, Sondrio, Varese
Lombardy is located in northern Italy at the foot of the Alps, bordering Switzerland. Its central position, being located in the heart of the Po Valley and on the path of the great transalpine routes, is remarkable.
It is the richest and most important region of Italy and the industrial and commercial center of the country. Also, the Fashion Industry has its headquarter here. In Milan, the capital of Lombardy, all the worldwide appreciated Italian 'Haute Couture' brands have their fantastic showrooms.
Lombardy is a land of mountains, hills, rivers and beautiful lakes. The lake district includes Lake Maggiore, Lake Lugano (shared with Switzerland), Lake Como, Lake Iseo, Lake Idro, and the beautiful Lake Garda (the largest lake in Italy).
Food & Wine: Many delicious wines are produced in the lakeside areas and in the Oltre Po area. Some of these are: Franciacorta Spumante (DOCG) (sparkling wine), Garda Chardonnay Spumante (sparkling wine), Capriano del Colle (red wine), Botticino (red wine), Valtellina Superiore Riserva (DOCG) (red wine), Moscato di Scanzo (DOCG) (red wine), Capriano del Colle (white wine)
Many culinary specialties as well: 'Riso alla Milanese' (rice with saffron - first course), Tortelli di zucca alla mantovana' (stuffed also with amaretti di Saronno and apple sauce), Polenta alla valtellinese', 'Ossobuco alla milanese'(cross-cut veal), Cotoletta alla milanese (fried cutlet), the famous 'Panettone' (Christmas cake)
It is the richest and most important region of Italy and the industrial and commercial center of the country. Also, the Fashion Industry has its headquarter here. In Milan, the capital of Lombardy, all the worldwide appreciated Italian 'Haute Couture' brands have their fantastic showrooms.
Lombardy is a land of mountains, hills, rivers and beautiful lakes. The lake district includes Lake Maggiore, Lake Lugano (shared with Switzerland), Lake Como, Lake Iseo, Lake Idro, and the beautiful Lake Garda (the largest lake in Italy).
Food & Wine: Many delicious wines are produced in the lakeside areas and in the Oltre Po area. Some of these are: Franciacorta Spumante (DOCG) (sparkling wine), Garda Chardonnay Spumante (sparkling wine), Capriano del Colle (red wine), Botticino (red wine), Valtellina Superiore Riserva (DOCG) (red wine), Moscato di Scanzo (DOCG) (red wine), Capriano del Colle (white wine)
Many culinary specialties as well: 'Riso alla Milanese' (rice with saffron - first course), Tortelli di zucca alla mantovana' (stuffed also with amaretti di Saronno and apple sauce), Polenta alla valtellinese', 'Ossobuco alla milanese'(cross-cut veal), Cotoletta alla milanese (fried cutlet), the famous 'Panettone' (Christmas cake)
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*Alta Valtellina the enchanting Valtelline Valley in Lombardy+Roadbook Itinerary: Alta Valtellina (Valtelline Valley), Teolo, Tirano, Grosio, Bormio, Livigno 
Discover the enchanting Alta Valtellina, one of the most beautiful Alpine areas in Lombardy, from Teglio to Livigno Cat.: Country tour Location: Mountainside Region: Lombardy
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The enchanting Bellagio on the shores of Lake ComoItinerary: Bellagio 
Bellagio is a lovely tourist resort thanks to its amazing location on a promontory overlooking the beautiful Lake Como Cat.: Country tour Location: Lakeshore Region: Lombardy Area: Lake Como |
Cremona, following the footsteps of Antonio StradivariItinerary: Cremona 
Rich in Medieval buildings, Cremona is the birthplace of Stradivari, the most famous master luthier in the world Cat.: Art City Location: Countryside Region: Lombardy
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Discover the stunning West Shore of Lake GardaItinerary: Salò, Limone sul Garda, Riva del Garda 
Scenic drive along the wonderful West Shore of Lake Garda to discover enchanting villages while enjoying beautiful views Cat.: Country tour Location: Lakeshore Region: Lombardy ->the end in Trentino A.A.(South Tirol) Area: Lake Garda |
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