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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Mantua, the Renaissance style Capital of Culture for 2016Itinerary: Mantua 
Mantua, the Italian Capital of Culture 2016, surrounded by 3 lakes boasts one of the largest Royal palaces in Europe Cat.: Art City Location: Countryside Region: Lombardy
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Milan: shopping in the Italian fashion capitalItinerary: Milan 
Shopping in Milan and wandering along its central streets where you will find the most famous Italian fashion shops Cat.: Art City Location: Countryside Region: Lombardy
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Milan: art, culture and history of this cosmopolitan cityItinerary: Milan, Milan Cathedral Duomo, Scala Theatre, Pinacoteca di Brera, 
Visit Milan: learn about art, culture, museums and history of the most cosmopolitan and international town of Italy Cat.: Art City Location: Countryside Region: Lombardy
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*Strada della Forra, Lake Garda, the legendary scenic drive+Roadbook Itinerary: Lake Garda, Limone del Garda, Pieve di Tremosine, Tremosine 
Strada della Forra, the legendary scenic drive on the western shore of Lake Garda, the eighth wonder of the world Cat.: Country tour Location: Lakeshore Region: Lombardy Area: Lake Garda |
*The beautiful wine road in Franciacorta in Lombardy+Roadbook Itinerary: Cellatica, Gussago, San Zenone, Ome, Rodengo Saiano, Cazzago 
Take the wine route in Franciacorta to discover wines, local products, traditional dishes, and ancient art treasures Cat.: Food & Wine Location: Countryside Region: Lombardy
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*The best scenic road in Italy: the hairpins of Stelvio Pass+Roadbook Itinerary: Bormio, Stelvio Pass, Prato allo Stelvio, Alps 
The challenging road crossing Stelvio Pass, the highest road pass in Europe, is one of the most scenic drive in Italy Cat.: Country tour Location: Mountainside Region: Lombardy Area: The Alps & The Dolomites |
Summer ski resorts in Italy: the glacier of the Stelvio PassItinerary: Stelvio Pass 
The Stelvio is the largest summer ski area in the Alps, which will allow you to enjoy skiing at high altitude Cat.: Ski Resorts Location: Mountainside Region: Lombardy
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Ponte di Legno, the largest ski area in Lombardy, ItalyItinerary: Ponte di Legno 
Ponte di Legno is a famous ski resort in the upper Camonica Valley in the Alps and the largest ski area in Lombardy Cat.: Ski Resorts Location: Mountainside Region: Lombardy Area: The Alps & The Dolomites |
A short walk in Como to discover this beautiful cityItinerary: Como, Lake Como 
A short walk in Como to explore the parks, the eighteenth-century villas and the medieval monuments narrated by Manzoni Cat.: Art City Location: Lakeshore Region: Lombardy Area: Lake Como |
Livigno, the ski resort among the highest peaks of the AlpsItinerary: Livigno 
Livigno is a ski resort located over 1800 above sea level, between Stelvio National Park and the Valley of Engadine Cat.: Ski Resorts Location: Mountainside Region: Lombardy Area: The Alps & The Dolomites |
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