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VISITITALY WHAT TO SEE LOMBARDY

Things to do in Lombardy Italy – what to see, best cities, attractions and activities.

Welcome to Lombardy Italy, one of the most popular vacation destination in the world. If you’are planning to visit Italy for your next trip and you are looking for the best places to visit, here you’ll find tips and suggestions of most popular point of interest and activities not to be missed. Milan Italy's most fashionable cities where you can experience a visit to Leonardo's Last Supper located in its original place, Dominican Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie. Travelers will appreciate the many little-known towns with a rich historical and artistic heritage like: Mantua the city of Gonzaga Italian princely family that ruled from 1328 to 1708, Pavia that possesses many artistic and cultural treasures such as the well-known Certosa di Pavia, Como which has a multitude of historical buildings and important museums, Cremona famous for the violins and violas made there in the 16th–18th centuries by Guarneri and Antonio Stradivari, Bergamo popular for its enchanting medieval atmosphere. Discover the monuments, buildings, natural treasures and all the details that characterize Lombardy and its territory. Share and suggest a place you've visited.


Art and Culture Holidays in Lombardy

Triennale di Milano, new and old Mini
Triennale di Milano, new and old Mini

Lombardy is a trade and financial powerhouse in the north of Italy, home to the business and fashion centre of Milan. Its diverse landscape and culture makes this an ideal place to spend a holiday, from the alpine regions and the Great Lakes to the fertile plains.

Lombardy also has a huge amount to offer in cultural and artistic terms. Aficionados of orchestral music will want to make a beeline for the Museo del Violino in Cremona, a museum devoted to the violin and the town's famous son Stradivarius. Only opened in 2013, this museum is a treasure trove of classic antique instruments, multimedia experiences, and special sections designed to entertain and inform children.

For art lovers a similarly wonderful experience can be had at the Accademia Carrara in Bergamo, which houses nearly 2,000 pieces from old Italian masters such as Botticelli, Raphael and Bellini. Also in Bergamo, tucked away in the Church of the Holy Spirit is a famous painting dating from 1521, Lorenzo Lotto's Madonna With Child And Saints.

Also well worth a visit is the convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie in Milan, where visitors can view the original of Leonardo da Vinci's famous Last Supper and of course don't miss a visit to the amazing Cathedral, Duomo of Milan.

For an appreciation of the sheer length of time that art has been important in this region, take a trip to the Valcamonica near Brescia, where you can find ancient stone carvings and rock drawings dating back up to ten thousand years.

written by Emilio Aronica - Last update: 02/09/2022

Sabbioneta - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Ducale

The Palazzo Ducale, also known as Palazzo Grande, in Sabbioneta in the province of Mantua has an elegant facade and an ashlar portico placed on a raised level. The historic two-storey building overlooks Piazza Ducale. Historical chronicles note that in November 1559 a violent fire destroyed the original structure, it was rebuilt between 1560 and 1561. It represents the oldest of the buildings built by Vespasiano Gonzaga (1531-1591) (son of Rodomonte and Isabella Colonna.

Chiavenna - Historic Centres

Centro Storico di Chiavenna

Ancient facades with paintings of great charm and of great importance, fountains and portals in ollàre stone, decorated with floral and geometric motifs, are the elements that characterize the fascinating historic center of Chiavenna. There are numerous arcades overlooking the river Mera and the architectural treasures to be discovered by wandering through the streets of the village; courtyards and hidden gardens such as the Córt di àsen, represent characteristic corners, which have remained intact over time. A historic center, dating back to the sixteenth century, already surrounded by Sforza walls, partly still visible, which is testimony to how rich and important Chiavenna was at the time of the great trade with central Europe.

Chiavenna - Museums

Galleria Storica Civici Pompieri della Valchiavenna

The museum collects and exhibits artifacts of firefighting origin present from the beginning. The material was ordered to offer visitors the opportunity to evaluate the technical evolution of the various fire-fighting and rescue equipment during the first half of the 1900s. Among the exhibited pieces is the "MERA 3" hand pump, complete with transport wagon, supplied to the Chiavenna Fire Brigade from 1883 to the second post-war period, fortunately found in 1989 during a fire in a farmhouse. In addition to some accessories and service uniforms, the parade helmet of the Civic Firemen of Chiavenna (1889) is preserved. To recreate the atmosphere of the time, a typical peripheral service center was also set up, such as that of Chiavenna around the end of the 1930s. The Historical Gallery is completed by documents, photographs and relics, kindly made available by the local population. Finally, the Historical Gallery houses an impressive collection of fire vehicle models, self-built in 1:14 scale by a firefighter from Chiavenna. The collection, which currently consists of about 100 pieces.

Lonato - Castles, palaces and mansions

Rocca di Lonato

The Rocca di Lonato dates back to the tenth century, when it was built on top of the relief of the morainic amphitheater in the center of Lonato del Garda. Its function was to defend and protect the surrounding city. Under the management of the Visconti, the walls were extended to the inhabited village. After passing ownership to the Gonzaga and the Republic of Venice, since 1920 the structure has been managed by Ugo Da Como and its Foundation.

Desenzano del Garda - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Desenzano del Garda

The Castle of Desenzana del Garda was built in the Middle Ages and reflects the characteristics of the city itself. It is thought that the structure was built on the foundations of a Roman castle. The enlargements carried out over the years were intended to host military and shelter formations for the local population. There are only a few walls left of the old castle. The property boasts a beautiful view of Lake Garda.

Mantova - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di San Giorgio

The Castle of San Giorgio built between 1395 and 1406 by Francesco I of Gonzaga, has a square shape, 4 towers and surrounded by a moat and three doors equipped with drawbridge. Paolo Vitelli and Andreas Hofer were imprisoned inside his prisons in 1496 and in 1810. On the ground floor is the sun room; following the spiral staircase you reach the room of arms and at the same time there is the room of frescoes. Next we have the hall of acronyms, frieze, zodiac, bride and groom and the Hall of Hoods.

Varese - Castles, palaces and mansions

Villa Panza

Villa Panza is known for its contemporary art collection. Surrounded by a magnificent Italian garden, it was built in the middle of the 18th century by the will of the Marquis Paolo Antonio Menafoglio. In the salons and large stables, more than one hundred works by contemporary artists are exhibited today, as well as rich furnishings from the period ranging from the 16th to the 19th century and to an important collection of African art and pre-Columbian.

Pavia - Museums

Musei Civici del Castello Visconteo

The Civic Museums of Pavia are located at the Visconti Castle. The museum structure includes different sections: archaeological, Lombard, Romanesque and Renaissance, modern sculpture and Gipsotheque. The Visconti Castle houses the Pinacoteca Malaspina, the Art Gallery of the '600-'700, the Quadreria of the 1800s and the Morone Collection. In addition, they are part of the civic museums, the Museum of the Risorgimento and the L. Robecchi Bricchetti Museum.

Sant'Angelo Lodigiano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello Bolognini

l Castle of S. Angelo Lodigiano, a fortress with an irregular quadrangular base, a typical example of Lombard military architecture, was built by the Milanese. According to the Milanese chronicler Galvano Fiamma, its construction was completed on 8 October 1224. The Lords of Milan became owners of the castle: first the Della Torre and then the Visconti. Around 1370 Bernabò Visconti donated the fortress and the lands of S. Angelo to his wife Regina della Scala, daughter of Mastino II, lord of Verona who in 1383 erected the main tower of the south-east corner and had numerous Gothic windows open in the Castle , with an expense, it seems, of 100,000 gold florins. The Castle was then conquered with arms by Francesco Sforza on April 14, 1452 to recover the lands that belonged to the Visconti and on April 24 of the same year, so only 10 days later, Sforza donated the Castle and the lands of S. Angelo to a captain of fortune Michele Matteo known as Bolognino, for favors received, and for the occasion conferred on him the title of Count with a new name Michele Matteo Attandolo (name Sforzesco) Bolognini. Following the various historical, political and military events, the mano

Chiavenna - Museums

Parco Archeologico-Botanico del Paradiso e Museo Archeologico della Valchiavenna

The botanical-archaeological park of Paradiso is made up of two hills, the "Paradiso" and the "Castellaccio", which are located on the eastern edge of Chiavenna in a magnificent panoramic position, both over the city and the surrounding area. The two hills, separated by the deep crack of the "Caurga" (ancient Roman ollàre stone quarry), are connected by a daring walkway and crossed by a dense network of well-equipped paths that allow an easy visit and ascent to the most high. There are numerous attractions that justify a visit, in fact on the two cliffs there are concentrated: singular environmental, geological and landscape aspects, botanical varieties of flowers and plants, with rare species and exotic vegetation; various archaeological and historical remains such as the ruins of the old walls and the fortress; artistic and architectural artefacts in soapstone, flooring in "botòn" (scraps of soapstone turning). Inside the Torrione there is the naturalistic section of the Valchiavenna Museum in which geo-mineralogical and faunal installations are presented that illustrate the natural environment of the valley. In the building at the entrance to the ollàre stone quarry, it is possible to find the Archaeological Museum of Valchiavenna on the first floor. During the visit to the rooms it is possible to "walk" in the millennial history of Chiavenna and its Valley. We are accompanied along the path by didactic panels, reconstructive drawings of scenarios and landscapes and, above all, the finds, objects that directly from the past are able to tell us about the life, work and beliefs of those who lived in these places over the centuries.

Chiavenna - Museums

Mulino Moro di Bottonera

The mill of the former Moro pasta factory is located in Bottonera, the artisan district of Chiavenna, built in the 19th century in the upper part of the village and represents an important work of industrial archeology. It was Carlo Moro who gave life to the pasta factory. The foundation dates back to 1868, although as early as 1851 the Chiavenna Chamber of Commerce reported the presence of a "non-sweet pasta factory", known as "wheat mill and pasta factory" in 1890. The complex has come down to us almost intact. The mill was in operation day and night and the work, distributed over three shifts, was coordinated by a chief miller who, with a team of workers, supervised the operation of the machines and the loading into the bags of processing products: flour, bran, flour and half grains.

Piuro - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Vertemate Franchi

Palazzo Vertemate Franchi is located in Prosto di Piuro just two kilometers from Chiavenna, in Val Bregaglia. Erected in the second half of the 16th century by the brothers Guglielmo and Luigi Vertemate Franchi, exponents of one of the richest families who had flourishing commercial activities in Piuro, it is the only building of the properties that was saved from the landslide of 1618 which submerged the town with many of its inhabitants. The palace is a beautiful Renaissance masterpiece immersed in an enchanting environment that allows you to read the reality of a noble family of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. The facade is sober and essential, surrounded by airy and functional spaces, such as the Italian garden with the fishpond and the double exedra balustrade.

Sondrio - Parks and nature reserves

Parco Regionale delle Orobie Valtellinesi

The Park covers almost the entire southern slope of Valtellina with an altitude between 2000-3000m. The woods are different like deciduous and chestnut groves at lower altitudes and classic needles at just higher altitudes up to the alpine prairies rich in typical flora and in summer “crowded” of herds in the mountain pastures where the most delicious cheeses in Valtellina are born. As for the fauna, we can say that it is typical Alpine: deer, roe deer, ibex and also the populations of tetraonids, such as the Capercock, not surprisingly the symbol of the Park.

Brescia - Museums

Musei Civici: Museo Romano

The Roman Museum, located in the ancient Capitolium, was opened in 1998. Located in an area of great archaeological importance, the structure presents a vast teaching material for the history of the area. You can admire and study closely the typical Roman dwelling in addition to the noble residences of the Middle Ages, the ancient temple (I century AD) and many other structures of ancient origins. Currently, the Museum is closed for reasons related to a renovation.

Brescia - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Brescia o Rocca del Cidneo

The Castle of Brescia dominates the Cidneo hill, from which it also takes the double denomination. The Cidneo is a block of classical rock. The castle is surrounded by numerous trees and defensive walls. The heart of the castle is the Keep built by the Visconti of Milan in the first half of the '300. The building has a rectangular base with crenellated walls. Today the castle, is one of the most beautiful and visited monuments in the city, is home to the civic Museum of Weapons “Luigi Marzoli”.

Urgnano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Urgnano

The castle of Urgnano was built by Archbishop Giovanni, in 1354, after his brother Luchino Visconti died. Over the centuries he had several owners, finally passing, once and for all, to the municipality. The building has a quadrilateral shape with four towers at the end. To make it difficult to attack enemies, he is surrounded by the moat. It has two entrances, one to the north and the other on the other side, and is built entirely of terracotta. Inside it is divided in half, to the west there is the courtyard, to the east the roof garden.

Almenno San Bartolomeo - Museums

Museo del Falegname "T. Sana"

The Carpenter Museum was inaugurated on 20 June 1987 within the company complex. Its founder was Tino Sana, who wanted to tell the story of his trade. The history of the carpenter is narrated with the shops that present the various crafts of woodworking, with vintage equipment and machinery built of wood and with lathes from 1600, 1700 and 1800. The museum also contains a rich exhibition of bicycles, such as the wooden ones of the 800-900, as well as jerseys and trophies by Felice Gimondi, a former Italian road cyclist and sports director to whom the salon.

Varese - Museums

Villa Mirabello

The construction of the building began in the 18th century and takes its name from the hill where it is located. It has an English-style garden that preserves very rare trees such as the centuries-old cedar of Lebanon. Today it is home to the Civic Museum of Varese. Inside the archaeological museum you can observe the ``mummy of the museums of Varese ``, still under study, taken care of by the Institute of Anatomy and Pathological Histology of the University of Pisa. Among the findings of the culture of Golasecca can be noted the tomb of the Warrior of Sesto Calende.

Cremona - Museums

Museo Civico "Ala Ponzone"

The Civic Museum is located at Palazzo Affaitati, built in the '500 in the city center. The Museum reserves sculptures and parts of frescoes from the 15th century. In the local painting gallery of the 16th century you can admire works that testify to the transit to the new Renaissance form. The 'San Domenico' room houses the works of the '600. In the other rooms you can also admire collections of elements belonging to the application arts. In the second floor, there are works from the second half of the 19th century until the 20th century.

Cremona - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Comunale

The Town Hall dates back to 1206 and is of medieval origin. The building has maintained a particular architecture even if it has been restored over the years, being enlarged among other things. Today, it is possible to visit it to admire the nine famous musical instruments that denote the luthier tradition of the city. The Cittanova palace in Cremona was built in 1265. It is currently used for exhibitions and conferences. Palazzo Cittanova has two rooms: on the first floor a hall with 300 seats, which is used for shows and conferences. On the ground floor a room with 40 seats which is used for the events that take place in the hall.

Como - Parks and nature reserves

Oasi Torbiere di Albate-Bassone

The Oasis Torbiere of Albate-Bassone which is located in the southern part of Como, is a natural reserve of 90 hectares. It consists of three areas: forests, meadows and marshes. There are a hundred species of birds: red woodpeckers, doves, pigeons among the most prevalent. Rarely there are nests for species of passage such as hawks, cranes and sparrows. It is possible to visit this area thanks to a natural route with huts of exploration. This oasis is managed by the WWF which defines "area with a particularly rare ecosystem."

Bergamo - Libraries and archives

Biblioteca Civica "Angelo Mai"

The library was established in 1768, initially composed of the book collection of Cardinal Alessandro Giuseppe Furietti. The collection is arranged within the sixteenth-century Palazzo Nuovo, and contains more than 730,000 pieces of documents, volumes, photos, prints and numerous written testimonies of the cultural life of the city. Over the years, the structure was expanded with new materials, thanks to the continuous donations and purchases of the library itself. Today, the library is the primary institution for the collection and preservation of Bergamo's book heritage.

Brescia - Castles, palaces and mansions

Loggia

The Palazzo della Loggia, or more simply the Loggia, is a Renaissance palace located in the homonymous square, now the seat of the municipal council of Brescia. The white marble facade vertically consists of two distinct architectural sections. In the lower section, there are a series of columns and pillars. At the top is the lead hull, shaped like a hull, replacing the original ceiling, a small lead dome and a wooden ceiling, which contained three paintings by the Titian, burned in a fire from 1575.

Pavia - Castles, palaces and mansions

Università

Founded in 1361, it had its headquarters from around 1485 in an old palace of Azzone Visconti. The current building - built over the centuries around the first nucleus, also occupying the fifteenth-century Hospital of San Matteo. The University Palace of Pavia contains an exceptional heritage of cultural heritage collected and preserved throughout its long history. In the Palace we find important collections of historical and scientific interest, unique in their kind. In the archives, it is possible to reconstruct the history of Italian technical and scientific thought and beyond.

Mantova - Museums

Museo Storico dei Vigili del Fuoco

The historical museum of the fire brigade located in Mantua, whose access is located at the entrance of the Piazza Arche, houses all the vehicles (including nautical and amphibians) brought to the restoration by the firefighters themselves during the hours free. The historical museum can be visited on Saturday and Sunday and on public holidays from 9:30am to 12:30pm and from 2:30pm to 7:30pm. For the visit of schools and groups of visitors, the other days of the week are always and only with reservation.

Mantova - Streets and Squares

Piazza Martiri di Belfiore

Piazza martiri di Belfiore takes its name from the patriots who aimed at the unity of Italy in the Risorgimento executed by the Austrian government in the period 1852-1855 mostly in the valley of Belfiore. The monument shown in the photo is not in today's square but is close to the place of executions in the square in front of the Valletta di Belfiore. (rebuilt in 2002 after being removed from Piazza Sordello in 1933 and disassembled with the placement of the various components in various places - Palazzo Ducale -Sebastiano). Today's square is located at the confluence of various streets and allows access to the historic center.

Mantova - Museums

Museo Archeologico Nazionale

The National Archaeological Museum is located in the former Cocoon Market in Piazza Castello and is undergoing restoration since it must be adapted to the future needs of the museum itself. It is arranged in three floors that interest, the prehistoric era until the early Middle Ages and, part is dedicated entirely to Mantua. Walking along the ground floor, tourists can observe various materials recovered during archaeological excavations carried out in the city.

Mantova - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo d'arco

The Arch Palace is a house built around 1784 by Antonio Colonna on commission of the Arch Counts. In 1740 part of the family settled in Mantua inheriting this palace from the Counts Chieppio. In 1872 Antonio d'Arco enlarged the house by purchasing the land that goes beyond the current garden and parts of Renaissance construction. Today, the Arch Palace is a museum containing all the furnishings typical of the Renaissance period and it is possible to visit it.

Milan - Churches and places of worship

Rotonda della Besana

It is a structure in late Baroque style, the work of the architects Arrigoni, Croce and Raffagno. Its construction dates back to the 17th century, initially it was a cemetery for the dead of the Ca' Granda. The original core of the complex is the church which has a plan in the shape of a cross. An octagonal dome crowned by the slender lantern rises at the intersection of the arms. Since 1958 the complex has been owned by the Municipality and is often used as an exhibition space for exhibitions, screenings and cultural events.

Milan - Lakes, rivers and canals

Naviglio Grande

The Naviglio was born by taking water from Ticino and ends up in the dock of Porta Ticinese. It has a length of 49.9 km and a width ranging from 22 to 50 meters. It was the first work of its kind ever made in Europe and is the most important among the Navigli in Milan. Originally it was not navigable and was used only for irrigation, but with the end of the enlargement work in 1272, by Maestro G. Arribotti, the channel became navigable and facilitated the transport of goods of agriculture.

Milan - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Litta

The work of the well-known architect Bartolomeo Bolli, Palazzo Litta is certainly the jewel of Milan, and is often referred to as the most important symbol of the Baroque style. It has a central structure, three floors high with a portal covered by the convex balcony. All the windows are decorated with folders, garlands in the gables and shells, instead those on the first floor also have small balconies. Do not miss the main floor that contributed to the fame of the building.

Milan - Walls, towers and gates

Mura Spagnole

The construction of the Spanish walls took place between 1548 and 1562, at the behest of Ferrante I Gonzaga, governor at the time of the city, when he was under Spanish rule. The initial project to strengthen the city's defenses, carried out by Giovanni Maria Olgiati, provided for the construction of a new imposing castle in the southern part of the city, but the project came set aside for the excessive burden and it was preferred to build a new city wall better suited to the progress of military technique.

Milan - Churches and places of worship

Certosa di Garegnano

This monument is a monastery and is located on the outskirts of Milan. It was founded in 1349, by the bishop and lord of the city and had the honor of hosting, for a short time, the famous writer Francesco Petrarca. The facade is decorated with modules mixed between the Renaissance and Baroque style, consisting of many statues, obelisks, friezes and flames. In addition, inside, the ceiling is decorated with an octagonal tiburio, while the church has a single nave with barrel vault and geometric stuccoes.

Milan - Castles, palaces and mansions

Casa degli Omenoni

The structure was built in the mid-1500s and was the residence of the sculptor, Leone Leoni. It consists of two orders and an attic which is punctuated vertically into seven compartments. On the ground floor you can see eight colossal caryatids in stone, which depict the defeated barbarians. On the main floor, we find the recessed columns of Ionian order that alternate with niches and windows to which in the 19th century the balconies were added to it. The courtyard is rectangular with three porch wings.

Milan - Cultural centers

Ca' Granda

The building was designed by the Florentine architect Filarete, and is famous because it was one of the first Renaissance buildings in Milan. The construction was started in the mid-'400 on commission of the Duke of Milan, with the aim of providing the city with a single large hospital for the hospitalization and care of the sick. Although built in the Baroque era, the 300-meter-long façade has the fifteenth-century decorative elements. Today the building is home to the University of Milan.

Milan - Monuments

Arena Civica

The arena is a work by architect L. Canonica, inaugurated in August 1807. It was built over the ruins of Spanish fortifications, and is certainly one of the most distinct monuments in the city. You can immediately notice the neoclassical style, the arena has an elliptical shape 238 meters long and 116 meters wide. During the 19th century it was used for parties, tournaments, chariot competitions and shows, to later become the sports center of Milan in the early 1900s. Currently, the plant has been refurbished and is being used by a local football team.

Milan - Monuments

Arco della Pace

This monument is located in the center of Piazza Sempione and is the most interesting example of neoclassical architecture in the city. In 1807 work began on the construction by Luigi Cagnola, but they were interrupted following the defeat of Napoleon. Thanks to the will of Francis I of Austria, the construction was completed in 1838. The arch is built of Baveno granite and on its top stand out a group of bronze statues representing 'The Sestiga of Peace' and four 'Victories on Horse'.

Milan - Castles, palaces and mansions

Villa Simonetta

Villa Simonetta dates back to the beginning of the 16th century and is a typical Renaissance patrician villa; it was built on commission of the nobleman Gualtiero Bascapè. Originally it was rectangular, but at the end of the 16th century it was enlarged with two side wings. The main facade is formed from a portico with nine arches with Tuscan columns on rectangular bases. The prestigious villa was decorated both inside and outside by cycles of frescoes, but unfortunately only a few traces remained visible.

Milan - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Trivulzio

The Palazzo Trivulzio was built in the early 18th century, on commission of the homonymous family and is a work by the architect G. Ruggeri. The facade is modest with decorations where the balcony stands out with the family coat of arms. Inside, however, you can notice the luxury of decorations with rich particularities such as porches, decorated ceilings and lavish furnishings. The palace became famous in the past for the parties held inside it.

Milan - Theaters

Piccolo Teatro d'Europa

The Piccolo Teatro was founded on 14 May 1947, by Giorgio Strehler, Paolo Grassi and Nina Vinchi, and is the first Italian building, in order of time, as well as the best known, in Italy and abroad. “Theatre of Art for All” was the slogan that accompanied the Piccolo at his birth and even today it fully summarizes its aims: to stage quality shows addressed to the wider public possible. Since 1991, the Piccolo Teatro di Milano has also been “Teatro d'Europa”.

Milan - Museums

Museo Civico di Storia Naturale

The Civic Museum of Natural History in Milan was established in 1838, at the behest of the naturalist Giuseppe De Cristoforis. It is one of the most important naturalistic museums in Europe. The Museum is located in three rooms covering Italian environments, parks and nature reserves. The Museum presents an exhibition of Natural History dedicated to zoology and the main natural environments. In 1986, an African archaeology study center was also created inside the museum.

Milan - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo della Ragione

The origin of the palace dates back to the 13th century and until the middle of the 17th century it served as the seat of the Municipality. The building is certainly a medieval testimony from a historical and architectural point of view, with a typical rectangular structure and with two extensive aisles of arcades that form a real covered square, which was used for the traditional fair, at the time of the Visconti. The second floor consists of a large room with an area of one thousand square meters. Today the palace hosts art and photography exhibitions.

Milan - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo del Senato

The origin of the palace dates back to the early 17th century and was built at the behest of the Cardinal of Milan, F. Borromeo. The building was designed to become the seat of the Swiss college, and stands on the ruins of a monastery. The style used in the construction is the Baroque one and of particular interest is the facade decorated with windows with triangular gables. Inside the building there are two large courtyards consisting of a double order of loggias. Over the centuries the function of the palace has changed several times to finally become, in 1872, the State Archives.

Milan - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo dei Giureconsulti

The Palazzo dei Giureconsulti was built at the behest of the noble Giovanni Angelo Medici, in the mid-16th century, and is a work by the architect V. Seregni. The building is one of the most important buildings in Piazza dei Mercanti and was initially designed to host the college of “Noble Doctors”, an institution to train important figures of the state such as senators and judges. Over the centuries the building was destroyed and rebuilt several times. Since 1911 it has been owned by the Chamber of Commerce and hosts conferences, conferences and exhibitions.

Milan - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Arcivescovile

The Archbishop's Palace is located in Piazza Fontana and is the work of several architects. Over the centuries the palace has been rebuilt many times, and today only a part that preserves medieval architecture and a hamlet with decorations have remained intact. During the renovation in the late 19th century, fourteenth-century frescoes were found, which decorated the living room. Part of these frescoes and others recovered in other spaces of the building are exhibited today in the Archbishopric.

Varese - Museums

Museo Tattile Varese

The Tactile Museum of Varese was inaugurated in 2011, on the inspiration of the Italian Blind Union. This represents today a unique example in Europe, as it is dedicated exclusively to the display of tactile models made of wood. Its main objective is to become a sort of three-dimensional encyclopedia capable of stimulating not only the interest in tactile knowledge, but also that for the artistic and non-artistic 'world'. In fact, the sighted visitors pay the visit blindfolded in such a way as to experience tactile knowledge in its most essential form. In addition, very interesting and fun sensory paths are organized here.

Zavattarello - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello dal Verme

Historical news of the Castello dal Verme has been reported starting from the tenth century AD when it was part of the monastery of Bobbio. It is a fortress that dominates the town of Zavattarello in the province of Pavia. In 1390, the bishop of the Monastery gave the fortress to Captain Jacopo dal Verme who maintained the property until 1975. The castle has walls of about four meters thick, and consists of about forty rooms divided on several levels communicating through internal stairs.

Alta Valle Intelvi - Museums

Museo della Valle Intelvi

The Diocesan Museum of the Intelvi Valley collects important documents and finds from the Val d'Intelvi. The Museum is structured in several sections: sculpture, goldsmith, painting, books, fabrics, drawings, religious events, prints, furniture, archival documents, work tools; literature, photography and newspapers. Among the most precious works is the ancient Cross-style, dating back to the Romanesque era, as well as the splendid statuettes of olive wood, the work of the great sculptor Ercole Ferrata from Pellia.

Colli Verdi - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello dal Verme

The Dal Verme castle also known by the name Zavattarello, dates back to the tenth century and was erected by the Monastery of Bobbio. Over the centuries, it was the scene of many disputes. During World War II, the castle was damaged by a fire. In 1975, Count Giuseppe Dal Verme's family donated the castle to the Municipality of Zavattarello, which took care of restorations and maintenance, turning it into a hub of tourist and cultural attraction.

Vizzolo Predabissi - WWF Oasis

Oasi Rifugio Bosco di Montorfano

The Oasis of the Bosco di Montorfano Hut covers an area of 4 hectares. Since 1990, a series of works began to renaturate the oasis, enriching it with typical plants of the Po Valley. Within the area, three main bands of vegetation were created: the first with hygrophilous species, the second subject to periodic flooding, and finally the drier one. As for the fauna, there are several species of amphibians. The Oasis can be visited and guided views are also organized.

Venegono Inferiore - Museums

Museo di Storia Naturale A.Stoppani

The A.Stoppani Museum of Natural History is based at the former High School of the Archbishop's Seminary Pius XI, and took the name of the priest and naturalist Antonio Stoppani, who was a teacher of the Seminary. Inside, there are about 98 display cases consisting of valuable mineralogical, paleontological, zoological and petrographic collections. Great attention is paid to interactive games and scientific research organized in the Museum.

Vigevano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Sanseverino

Palazzo Sanseverino was also known as the “Rocca Nuova”, to differentiate itself from the other building similar to this. It was built around the early 1490's at the behest of Galeazzo Sanseverino, from which it takes its name. Today we see it as a noble residence, but in reality it has also had military and defensive functions over the centuries. The structure is in good condition, this is also because many renovations have been carried out. The palace is among the most visited in the area.

Tirano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello San Maria Diroccato

The castle of Santa Maria Diroccato is known as Castellaccio. So called by the homonymous church and hospital of which traces are found already in the twelfth century. While it is thought that the origins of the structure date back to the fifteenth century, since the time of Ludovico il Moro, who had greatly appreciated the excellent geographical position of the structure. The ruins of the castle and the tower have survived to the present day.

Sondrio - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Martinengo

The Martinengo Palace, dating back to the '500 and renovated in neoclassical style, before which stands an obelisk with four statues, was built in honor of Ferdinand I of Austria. The building has undergone renovations that changed its appearance numerous times. From 1859 to 1935 the building was destined as the headquarters of the Royal Prefecture, while currently houses the Permanent Exhibition of the Fulvio Grazioli Mineral Collection as well as the Municipal Historical Archive.

Sondrio - Monuments

Madonna della Rocca

The Chapel of Madonna Annunziata, known as Madonna della Rocca because the statue depicting the Virgin kneeling at a lectern holds the conocchia in his left hand (fortress in local dialect). The chapel was built in about 1713 and was to be part of a series of 15 chapels dedicated to the mysteries of the Rosary that were supposed to compose a sacred path along the Via Valerian and end at the church of Madonna della Sassella. The chapel has been recently restored.

Mandello del Lario - Museums

Museo del Motociclo MOTO GUZZI

In Mandello del Lario there is one of the most interesting museums for fans of two wheels, the Motoguzzi museum. Located inside the factories where the production of the legendary 'Guzzi' began, it houses about 150 specimens including series motorcycles, sports bikes, experimental prototypes and engines. All exposed in a time path, testifying to the timeless all-Italian myth of two wheels that appreciates throughout the world. Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 3.00 p.m. — 4.00 p.m. free admission — guided tour. The museum will be closed on Monday, April 1

Incudine - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Incudine Diroccato

The Castle of Anvil presumably dates back to the end of the 9th century, a period when the invasions of the Hungarians took place. All the information we have about it, given by various scholars, is not certain. It is assumed, in fact, that it was part of other buildings of this type. By analyzing the structure, however, it is possible to make it go back between the 15th and 18th centuries. Today, only a few ruins remain, surrounded by greenery.

Induno Olona - Museums

Civico Museo Insubrico di Storia Naturale

Collections of minerals and fossils are exhibited in the museum. There are about 6,700 finds, including minerals and fossils of fish, vegetables, crustaceans, reptiles found. The three specimens of Lariosaurus Valceresii and the Cave Bear dating back about 215 million years ago are also very important. In addition, there are also two other sections with 700 taxidermised animals from locally sourced and a photographic archive of 8000 slides.

Como - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Rusconi

Originally Palazzo Rusconi belonged to the municipal building. It is located in Via Rusconi. In 1514 Gian Giacomo Rusca started the renewal of his residence and also today the inscription family is still present on the elegant courtyard. The building belonged to Rusca Family until 1786 when it passed to Innocenzo Odescalchi who over the years rented it to the French military and then sold it to Joseph Valcamonica who worked immediately to renew the facade.

Cremona - Museums

Museo Civico di Storia Naturale

The origins of the museum date back to the donation of the Marquis Ala Ponzone. Since 1995, the Museum has been located at the Parco del Vecchio Passeggio. The Museum has undergone a great transformation going from the function of a natural collection to an institution whose main purpose is to make known and preserve the beauties of the territory. The Museum is divided into sections among which we can name the rooms in which the furnishings of the ancient pharmacies are presented.

Brescia - Parks and nature reserves

Giardino Botanico Trebbo Trebbi

The Garden was named after its founder, the famous Trebbo Trebbi. The agronomist, from his great passion for nature, had the garden built right in his home. Being a good researcher, he enriched this green space with numerous specimens (about 1200) of different species. Over the years, the space was expanded to get to take on current appearances, which present a great teaching material and also aesthetic. The garden is open for all interested parties.

Brescia - Monuments

Tomba del Cane

La Tomba del Cane is located in Brescia. It is a monument in neo-Gothic style and with a square plan. It was built in 1860, designed by the architect Rodolfo Vantini, in honor of the accountant Angelo Bonominicco, who, at his death, had left all his belongings to the hospital, and his business partner Giuseppe Simoni. The tomb never welcomed the two bodies, rather, according to popular tradition, a dog was buried there, from which the monument draws in the name.

Chiavenna - Museums

Tesoro della Collegiata di San Lorenzo

The Treasure Museum of the Collegiate Church of San Lorenzo di Chiavenna was inaugurated in 1957 and rebuilt in 1998 after 17 years of closing. It is located in some rooms of the rectory, within the complex of the Collegiate Church of San Lorenzo, dating back to the 5th century. It is developed in three rooms based on the age of belonging to the works present. The most significant work is the 'Peace of Chiavenna', one of the most important medieval pieces of silverware in Europe.

Chiesa in Valmalenco - Museums

Ecomuseo della Bagnada

Eco museum Bagnada. The field of talc Bagnada was discovered in the late '20s from the quarries of Asbestos Limited Company (hereinafter Mining Valtellina). To fully understand the importance of this activity has played in the lives of villagers, leaving an indelible mark in the history, the landscape and the economy, just think of geological heterogeneity with its mineral wealth (asbestos and talc, soapstone and serpentinite) who made the Val Malenco - and they do, even today - a point of reference in the international arena.

Cernusco sul Naviglio - Castles, palaces and mansions

Villa Alari Visconti

Villa Alari Visconti was built in 1703 by the engineer and architect Giovanni Ruggeri, at the behest of the Alari family from which it also took its name. The structure is built in a very special style that combines majesty with stylistic refinement. Inside the villa there are frescoes belonging to F. Fabrica and F. Bianchi. But the villa fascinates you with its beauty not only inside but also outside with its magnificent garden that surrounds the whole building.

Abbadia Lariana - Museums

Civico Museo Setificio Monti

In 1818 Pietro Monti, an industrialist of the time, transformed the ancient crowd from pannilani into a silk flyer. Used as such until 1934 then purchased by the Abegg family, they used it by twisting. In 1978, the City Council bought the building after a period of degradation. After the restoration, the ancient twisting machine of 1818 was also used. In 1998, the Setificio Monti Civic Museum was inaugurated. Today you can find equipment, tools, documents on the history of the flyer, etc.

Abbiategrasso - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello Visconteo

Built in 1382 by Gian Galeazzo Visconti, the Visconti castle was built in Renaissance style and more than a medieval fortress, it looked like a summer residence. During the 15th century until 1635 the castle played a primary role in the political life of the Duchy of Milan. In 1865 the castle was donated to citizenship and was used as a venue for various associations in the territory. In 1995, after having completely restored it, the “Romeo Brambilla” civic library was inaugurated. The interior frescoes originate from different eras.

Anfo - Castles, palaces and mansions

Rocca d'Anfo

Rocca d'Anfo dates back to the fifteenth century and was built for defensive reasons, since it is also located near the border. It was the Venetian Republic that ordered its construction during the period when it had under its administration the city of Brescia. Over the years he had several functions, up to the last, that of prison, to finally get to be abandoned totally nowadays. The building is now owned by the State State State Property Agency.

Angera - Castles, palaces and mansions

Rocca di Angera

Angera is located on the Lombard shore of the southern part of Lake Maggiore, in the province of Varese. The imposing construction contains important testimonies of local history, retraced through the cycle of frescoes dating back to the end of the 13th century that we find in the “Hall of Justice”, in the Halls Historic and in the Castellana Tower, from the top of which you can enjoy a landscape of great suggestion: the wide expanse of Lake Maggiore, Arona, the Alps and the Alps make up a scenario of rare beauty.

Arcore - Castles, palaces and mansions

Villa La Cazzola

The Villa dates back to the 16th century, has undergone a series of restorations over the years. The first to live there were the Durini, then, it was the property of several noble families. The initial project was that of a hunting house and that also explains its position. A very famous element of the building is the helical staircase at the entrance, the result of various renovations over the years. Today, the villa is private property.

Arcore - Churches and places of worship

Cappella Funebre Borromeo

The chapel was built in the mid-nineteenth century by Balzaretto, Giuseppe, and the brothers Lorenzo and Vincenzo Vela. It was Giovanni D'Adda who ordered its construction, after the death of his wife. The architecture of the building has a ritual and religious character, following the model of a baptistery. The interior of the chapel is well rich in sculptural works and a very careful decoration by the Vela brothers. It is currently open to the public, and you can visit it freely.

Ardesio - Museums

Museo Etnografico dell'Alta Valle Seriana

The Museum was opened in 1982 on the initiative of the Municipality of Ardesio. Inside it houses a large collection of documents representing life in the valley, these are the most famous activities in the area: work on spinning, miners, coal farers, lumberjacks and the masons, all well organized in several carefully maintained rooms. At the museum, the 'Rural House' is also set up, which owns a collection of crafts, agriculture and domestic life. The Museum is available for all interested parties.

Milan - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Melzi di Cusano

The Palace dates back to the mid-20th century and is the work of the well-known architect Giovanni Battista Bareggi. The building was built on an existing dwelling of the '400, with a neoclassical style. The front side is characterized by huge pillars of Ionian order, while inside the noble apartment we can still observe the neoclassical decorations. Currently, part of the building houses the Razor Museum which shows the evolution of the art of shaving.

Milan - Museums

Museo di Arte Paolo Pini

The Paolo Pini Art Museum is located inside the former Paolo Pini Psychiatric Hospital in Milan. A museum is dedicated to contemporary art, it was created in 1993 by Teresa Melorio, Enza Baccei and the Department of Mental Health of the Niguarda Ca 'Granda Hospital. It was opened to the public in 1995, and exhibits the ideas of professional artists and people suffering from psychic distress. Inside the Museum we find a collection of international level that houses the works of over 140 artists.

Milan - Castles, palaces and mansions

Villa Scheibler

Villa Scheibler takes its name from its last owners and was built in two different historical periods, the first construction dates back to the mid-'400 and then expanded in the '700. It was designed as a hunting estate for the famous nobleman Ludovico il Moro and had a church and a stable inside it. Since it was abandoned for a long time, much of the church is degraded. The villa is surrounded by a beautiful park that is under restoration. The beauty of the park and the clubs make it a Little Versaille.

Milan - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Litta Cusini

It is not known exactly when Palazzo Litta Cusini was erected, which is apparently relatively new, but it is believed to have been superimposed on a very old building. The palace has a long façade decorated with small columns and statues with lion heads with open mouths. Another special feature is the widening of the doors to the whole or outside to facilitate the movement of the carriages. One of the corridors is decorated with medallions depicting the Duke and his wife.

Milan - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Brentani

Palazzo Brentani was built in the 17th century, but its current appearance dates back to the reconstruction that took place in the 19th century, on commission of the Greppi family. The front side is divided into three floors with a stone base and in the center is the main entrance. The eleven medallions with the busts of the big names in the history of Milan are located above the windows of the first floor. In 1923, a new courtyard was built covered by engineer Giovan Battista Casati.

Milan - Museums

Quadreria dell'ospedale Maggiore

The Ospedale Maggiore holds well over 2800 artistic goods, including paintings, sculptures and objects dating back to the XVI-XXI centuries. The famous Quadreria contains portraits of benefactors of the hospital ranging from the late '400 to the present day, and sculptures and sacred objects. Beyond artistic relevance, the Quadreria is famous for the complexity of its keys to reading. Also of great importance are the portraits of the most famous presidents and doctors who worked in the hospital.

Milan - Museums

Museo del Giocattolo e del Bambino

More than two thousand pieces are exhibited in the windows at child height of this museum. But more than quantity, it is the quality of the objects on display that are chosen with extreme care and that are arranged in such a way as to develop a story and stimulate the imagination of children. The toys on display date back to the 18th century until the 20th century. Of great importance are also the educational workshops where children have the opportunity to build a toy.

Milan - Museums

Buma: Museo del Burattino e della Marionetta

The Fondazione Scuole Civiche di Milano has created a virtual museum dedicated to animation theater to enhance its collection, consisting of over 5,000 pieces including figures and documentary material. BUMA, the museum of Puppets and Puppets, is an opportunity to learn about a collection among the largest and most complete in Europe, unique for the integrity of the pieces preserved and which includes over 500 puppets and puppets, from the '700 to the 40s of the twentieth century, with related accessories for tailoring and set designs.

Milan - Libraries and archives

Fondazione Mazzotta

This foundation is unique in its kind and among the most famous in Italy. It was created in 1988, on the occasion of the Italianische Zeichnung exhibition, in memory of the well-known collector Antonio Mazzotta. The aim is to enhance the visual art collection through various exhibitions, concerts and conferences. Before creating this foundation, Mazzotta had already published books and created multiples that have made the history of contemporary art, holding exhibitions in Italy and Europe.

Mazzano - Museums

Museo del Vino e del Cavatappi

The Mazzucchelli Museums consist of the Museum of Fashion and Costume, Wine and Corkscrew Museum and the Giammaria Mazzucchelli House Museum. The Wine and Corkscrew Museum offers the public a large collection of 2000 pieces among vintage corkscrews and other objects concerning wine cultivation. Of great interest are also the panels that illustrate the techniques and the various phases of cultivation and processing until you reach the last phase, that of bottling wine.

Melegnano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello Mediceo

The castle dates back to 1243 and has a quadrilateral structure with high corner towers. In 1532, it was purchased by Gian Giacomo Medici of the family of Nosigia of Milan, who transformed it into a marquisate. In 1981, the castle was purchased by the Province of Milan. In 1998, the restoration of the surrounding areas, halls and frescoes began dating back to the mid-16th century. The structure was reopened to the public in October 2001.

Milan - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Borromeo

The palace was built at the end of the 13th century at the behest of the Borromeo family, and is one of the oldest residences in Milan. Over the years, the palace has undergone several restorations, losing part of the Gothic architecture. It consists of two courtyards, but only the 'honorable' courtyard is the best preserved part of this building. Inside it presents a cycle of frescoes that decorate the central hall and the rich art gallery, works by Michelino di Besozzo.

Milan - Castles, palaces and mansions

Villa Litta Modignani

The Litta Modignani villa consists of a central building with three floors from which short side bodies extend that form a small courtyard for carriages. The construction dates back to the early 18th century and was the home of the homonymous family. In the facades you can see decorations such as bands and frames and some balconies with iron railings. Although in poor condition due to inuse, the villa inside it maintains many decorations in the doors, scrolls and frescoed vaults.

Pavia - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Botta-Adorno

The palace dates back to the beginning of the 18th century and was commissioned by L. Botta and was one of the most elegant residential homes. Over the centuries it has hosted great historical figures such as Napoleon, Victor Emmanuel II of Savoy, Francis I of Austria and many others. The facade on Piazza Botta has a neoclassical style with eight protruding settlers. Inside there are still many testimonies of the time such as stuccoes and frescoes that decorate the main floor. Surely the jewel of the building is Napoleon's Room that still reserves the frescoes and stuccoes of the Rococo style.

Pavia - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo del Maino

The palace dates back to a medieval period, but almost nothing remains of the original core. In 1750 the building was purchased by the Marquis del Maino and then sold to the San Matteo Hospital. The construction reflects the best Pavese architecture of the '700 with small traces of the '300 structure such as sail vaults, terracotta decorations of the atrium and the magnificent marble portal dating back at Bramante. It has its own monumental entrance, the courtyard of honor and the enclosed garden. Currently the building is home to the Technical Services Area of the University of Pavia.

Pavia - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo dei Diversi

The construction of the building dates back to the end of the fourteenth century commissioned by Nicolino Dei Diverse. Surely it was one of the most elegant private residences of the time consisting of three floors above ground and a ground porch. Beautiful three-windows with marble columns were located on the first floor among which only one was rebuilt. In the courtyard, you could admire a great crucifix of the '400 that is now kept in the Civic Museum of the Castle.

Pavia - Churches and places of worship

Santuario di S.Maria di Canepanova

The Sanctuary of Santa Maria di Canepanova was built between 1500 and 1507 by Giovanni Antonio Amedeo and represents one of the most significant monuments of the city of Pavia. The square construction reflects the ad quadratum style of the architect born in Pavia. The interior space is centrally planned with the eight sides of the dome projected into the square perimeter of the church. There are also works and canvases by artists such as the Procaccini depicting the “Women of the Bible” in the wing above the portal.

Pavia - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Beccaria

The palace dates back to the fifteenth century and originally consisted of a large quadrilateral with turrets in each corner that made it take on the appearance of a castle. The windows are large with elegant window sills decorated with terracotta friezes. Only a few graffiti and fifteenth-century frescoes can still be seen on the southern side, but it retains all its charm thanks to a careful restoration that highlighted the inner courtyard and the monumental staircase.

Pavia - Churches and places of worship

Chiostro di Santa Maria alle Cacce

The Cloister of Santa Maria alle Caccia owes its name to the fact that it was outside the walls of Pavia and was the place where the Lombards went for the hunt. It was built in 747 by the then King Rachis. During the centuries it suffered several damages and was rebuilt in 1936. However, the Lombard architectural structures remain visible, such as the windows outward and the column that separated the central nave from the left one. There are also frescoes as different as that of the vault, depicting the “Virgin carried by angels” by Andrea Lanzani.

Pavia - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Bottigella-Gandini

The construction of Palazzo Bottigella-Gandini dates back to the late 1900s and was designed by G.A. Amadeo. The building rises above a pre-existing building of which remains only the central entrance portal with the initial wooden doors. The façade was painted and decorated in the Baroque period, but today there are no remains of it. Interesting to see is the courtyard, among the most beautiful of the Renaissance Pavese, with a beautiful porch and an elegant veranda on the upper floor.

Pavia - Churches and places of worship

Seminario Vescovile

The Episcopal Seminary is located on the old Lombard convent of Theodote, and dates back to 700. Thanks to its proximity to a small city gate, it is also called 'della Pusterla'. Legend says that Cuniperto, Lombard king, insulted a girl called Theodote, and in order not to let her speak, forced her to enter the convent. Some scholars, however, say that he built the building on purpose to lock up the maiden. On 12 July 1865 Monsignor Vincenzo Gandini took possession of it, and he restored it, and two years later the priests occupied it. From that day it has become the home of the formation of man and theological-spiritual of aspirants for priestly life.

Premana - Museums

Museo Etnografico Comunale

The Municipal Ethnographic Museum was built in 1974 by Gianola Battista. It is located within the rooms of the former villa Cazzamalli. The Museum exhibits a collection of objects of agro-pastoral culture and material and economic life. It is divided on three floors: on the ground floor there are documents and photographs, on the first floor is the Sala del Ferro, where materials made of iron are exhibited. On the second floor there is the agricultural room divided into three sections.

Rozzano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello Visconteo

From the Visconti Castle of Rozzano there have been historical references since the year 1000 and from historical materials it turns out that it was inhabited during the fourteenth century. The fortress was owned by the Trivulzio family who gave it, in 1836, to the Visconti di Modrone. This family owes the various structural extensions as well as the reconstructions of the interior spaces. The building has brick walls that enclose a square courtyard with towers placed at the corners of the structure.

Rozzano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello Visconteo

From the Visconti Castle of Rozzano there have been historical references since the year 1000 and from historical materials it turns out that it was inhabited during the fourteenth century. The fortress was owned by the Trivulzio family who gave it, in 1836, to the Visconti di Modrone. This family owes the various structural extensions as well as the reconstructions of the interior spaces. The building has brick walls that enclose a square courtyard with towers placed at the corners of the structure.

Rozzano - Museums

Fondazione Arnaldo Pomodoro

The Foundation of Arnaldo Pomodoro was founded in 1995 by the will of the great Italian artist and sculptor who decided to establish a foundation with the intent of being a place for study and comparison of the avant-garde themes contemporary. There have been numerous offices scattered around Lombardy that have received great interest from art professionals and also from visitors. Currently, the property has moved to Via Vigevano 9, near the Navigli Darsena in Milan. Since 2007, the Foundation has been recognized as the Museum of the Lombardy Region.

Sondalo - Churches and places of worship

Chiesa di Santa Maria Maggiore

The Church of Santa Maria Maggiore di Sondalo was annexed to the Benedictine monastery of S. Abbondio di Como and was the head of the Pleban Church of Mazzo. In 1445 it became an autonomous parish and in 1469, on the occasion of a profound restoration, it was once again consecrated. In the following centuries the church was enlarged and restructured several times. In the seventeenth century the old church, equipped with three altars, was partially knocked down and replaced with a new one. In the building there are a precious cross from the 16th century and many pictorial works, also coming from other churches in Sondalo.

Sondrio - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Sassi De Lavizzari

The Palazzo Sassi De Lavizzari was built in the sixteenth century. The building is named after the family that owned it. Francesco Sassi De Lavizzari, donated the building to the municipality, with the aim of being used for cultural reasons. In the building we find Roman archaeological works. Today the palace is home to the Valtellina Museum of History and Art. Inside you can find prehistoric elements of local origin, and a large collection of contemporary and modern art.

Sondrio - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Carbonera

Palazzo Carbonera is located in a neighborhood, formerly known as a 'canton', which has existed since the Middle Ages and, since those times, it is crossed by the famous Via Valerian which has always represented the only western access to the city. The structure has preserved very precious architectural ornaments of the sixteenth century. On several doors and windows you can still notice the coat of arms of the Parravicini, although today the building is owned by the Carbonera, from which it takes its name.

Semiana - Churches and places of worship

Pieve e Battistero di Velezzo XI sec.

The Parish Church and the Baptistery of Velezzo are buildings that date back to the eleventh century. La Pieve, is a group of farmhouses arranged around the church and the baptistery. The building is dedicated to the Nativity of Mary and is currently managed by the Church of Lomello. Instead, the Baptistery has been recently renovated and today we find it in excellent condition. It stands out compared to other buildings of this type because it is circular plan.

San Pellegrino Terme - Museums

Museo Brembano di Scienze Naturali

The Brembano Museum of Natural Sciences collects fossil finds found during excavations carried out in the Brembana Valley. The materials date back to the Triassic Period. These findings are unique in the world and have great scientific value. Precisely this makes the museum one of the most visited in the province. In addition, the collections are illustrated through illustrative educational panels, in order to have all the necessary information.

San Colombano al Lambro - Museums

Museo Paleontologico Archeologico

The Paleontological Archaeological Museum is located in the Palazzo Comunale. The museum was built in 1979 by Dr. Virginio Caccia, who was very passionate about paleontology. In the museum there are exhibits found in the territory of this municipality. The materials are divided into some rooms among which two rooms are destined for the paleontological section while the others are for finds such as: tableware, anaphora and mosaics. It is currently located in the property of the Municipality.

Lodi - Churches and places of worship

Santuario dell'Incoronata

the Temple of the Incoronata is the absolute most important monument of Lodi representative of the Lombard Renaissance, remember the greatest representatives of that period Bramante (1479) and Leonardo da Vinci (1482), This was almost mainly about Milan and the submissive territories of which it was part. The civic adjective is added to the temple as the church has always been owned by the municipality and not of the diocese. The interior has become over time a real art gallery, numerous frescoes have been made there and several canvases of great artistic value are kept.

Lombardy: other suggestions for sleeping

ALBERGO AURORA - >Sirmione
ALBERGO AURORA
Sirmione - Via Xxv Aprile 51
e-mail www +3930919009
APPARTAMENTI BORGO DEI LIMONI - >Gargnano
APPARTAMENTI BORGO DEI LIMONI
Gargnano - Via Repubblica 29
e-mail www +3936571440
Hotel Residence Campi - >Tremosine
Hotel Residence Campi
Tremosine - Via Larici, 15
e-mail www +39365917256
A newly built residence in the middle of green meadows and woods in a very quiet zone, 7 km away from Lake Garda, the Hotel Residence Campi, with its many modern comforts, is the ideal destination for a relaxing and sportive holiday.
La Torre Albergo Residence Ristorante - >Centro Valle Intelvi
La Torre Albergo Residence Ristorante
Centro Valle Intelvi - Via Roma, 53
e-mail www +3931830345
Located in the delightful frame of the Valle Intelvi, between the two lakes, Albergo La Torre offers a quiet stay. Special care was taken to make the environment cosy: from the restaurant with its original late-19th-century fire place, to the refined and warm atmosphere of the café, to the restaurant and café-dedicated porch opening into the garden, with its secular trees and the new swimming-pool with solarium, which create a happy corner for your diversion and relaxation. The strategic hotel location in Val d’Intelvi allows to quickly reach the two lakes, Switzerland, Milan and the Brianza area, so that our guests can rely on a wide range of leisure activities ranging from cultural tourism to shopping, from naturalistic trips to all kinds of water and mountain sports. Albergo La Torre has been conceived as a second house, where you can feel at yourself surrounded by all necessary comforts. The management as a family business – warm and discrete – always carried out in a passionate way, falls within the typical features of La Torre Hotel and Restaurant. You are welcome
Hotel Riviera - >Limone sul Garda
Hotel Riviera
Limone sul Garda - Via Nanzello, 10
e-mail www +39365954060
In a large park of 8.000 sq.m. full of luxuriant Mediterranean plant life, around a large heated pool only a few minutes’ walk to the beach, the Rodella Family welcomes you to the Hotel Riviera. Run by the owners themselves, the Rodella family, the hotel offers a huge bright dining room where you can get your buffet-breakfast and a dinner with a fixed menù. Livio Rodella personally takes care of the cuisine which offers mediterranean local dishes with healthy cooked food and fresh products. The bar, with a garden, is open all day until 12.00 p.m. and has a satellite TV room. The house also provides a private parking place, (the garage is only for Meublé Rodos available) playing field for children, sauna and whirlpool
Hotel Europa - >Porlezza
Hotel Europa
Porlezza - Lungolago Matteotti, 19
e-mail www +3934461142
The hotel is located at the lake in a quiet and panoramic position. It has a private parking, garage, solarium, garden, restaurant with terrace with a view of the lake, safe, bar, TV room, lift to every floor, banqueting hall and meeting room, Every room has a private bathroom, television, satellite, telephone. Private landing place, boat place, Ideal for young people and families
Albergo Ristorante Bologna - >Varese
Albergo Ristorante Bologna
Varese - Via Broggi, 7 Angolo Via Veratti
e-mail www +39332234362
The Hotel is located in the historic center of Varese, is part of an antique monastic complex of 1550, called convento S. Antonio. The management during the last 40 years was made from family Lorenzini which take care of creating a family atmosphere.
Hotel Compagnoni - >Livigno
Hotel Compagnoni
Livigno - Piazza Del Comune, 1
e-mail www +39342996100
Hotel St. Michael - >Livigno
Hotel St. Michael
Livigno - Via Dala Gesa, 678
e-mail www +39342996392
Welcome to Hotel St. Michael: hospitality and courtesy since 1972 .The tradition is combined with modern amenities in a cozy-family-run hotel. It is situated in a central area, near the pedestrian zone and the main shopping street.
Hotel Lanz - >Livigno
Hotel Lanz
Livigno - Via Rasia 18/20
e-mail www +39342996052
Locanda del Lago Rosmunda - >Iseo
Locanda del Lago Rosmunda
Iseo - B.Guatta N.1- Loc. Clusane
e-mail www +3930989019
In Contrada del Re - >Angolo Terme
In Contrada del Re
Angolo Terme - Via San Silvestro, 31
e-mail www
San Giacomo Horses & Agriturismo - >Arluno
San Giacomo Horses & Agriturismo
Arluno - Cascina San Giacomo
e-mail www +39290377123
Large double/triple rooms with double bed or twin beds, or apartments furnished and equipped. All accommodations have WiFi, TV, air conditioning, refrigerator. Strategic location few minutes from Rho Fair, Area Expo2015, Malpensa and Milan city. Free parking, breakfast buffet.
AGRITURISMO TORRE DEGLI ALBERI - >Colli Verdi
AGRITURISMO TORRE DEGLI ALBERI
Colli Verdi - Loc. Torre Degli Alberi
e-mail www +39385955905
Agriturismo La Campagnola - >Gordona
Agriturismo La Campagnola
Gordona - V. Al Piano 22
e-mail www +3934321001
B&B Nido Per Due - >Prata Camportaccio
B&B Nido Per Due
Prata Camportaccio - Via Mario Del Grosso 16
e-mail www +393202112921
Residence Hotel Raggio di Luce - >Temu'
Residence Hotel Raggio di Luce
Temu' - Via Valeriana 46 - Loc. Plazza
e-mail www +39364900852
Located in a residential area, next to the town center of Ponte di Legno and to the skilifts Ponte di Legno - Temù – Tonale, Raggio di Luce is a newly built structure. It offers studios, two-room apartments, 1 three room apartment with fully fitted kitchnette and 3 bedrooms, all very spacious and in typical mountain furniture. Our family business residence hotel has been created with the intention of offering quality holidays in a cozy atmosphere. All apartments and rooms are equipped with terrace or garden, private bathroom with large shower and hairdryer, safety deposit box, minibar or
Casa Sofia - >Valdisotto
Casa Sofia
Valdisotto - Via Dosso Della Benedizione, 21d
e-mail www +39342950174
Casa Sofia is situated 5 km from Bormio, in a quiet village that offers all the services you may need; two food stores and a butcher are located 50 meters from Casa Sofia and the newsagent, pharmacy and the tourist office are also within easy reach. The house is located in a sunny area and is surrounded by fields with a pleasant view of our mountains. An enjoyable starting point for quiet walks in sunny meadows and shady forests. The apartments are furnished in wood and decorated in country style with extreme attention to details, kitchens are fully equipped so you can make meals on your own. Would you like to treat yourself a little bit? Enjoy our comfortable lounge: we serve a full mountain breakfast . A large solarium with deck chairs, BBQ and games for children is available for our guests. Our family is always available and welcomes you in a simple and clean environment, where hospitality is essential and nothing is left to chance. We are happy to host you and satisfy your needs to ensure that your vacation is a unique one.
Baita De Anna - >Valdidentro
Baita De Anna
Valdidentro - Via Leponti 33/A
e-mail www +393381897958
Apartment “Pierina” “A love nest in the mountains”: located on the first floor in the mansard, this flat is perfect for a couple who, for a lovely holiday, is looking for intimacy and romanticism. Apartment “Regina” Thanks to its 85 square meters, this accommodation is the ideal for families or groups of friends who would like to stay in a comfortable and spacious flat. Apartment “Teresina” Located in a building dates back to the nineteenth century and completely restored, this flat is perfect for who is looking for the traditional alpine style: wood is the main element inside this accommodation.
Hotel Flora - >Livigno
Hotel Flora
Livigno - Via Taglieda, 98
e-mail www +39342996034
A flower of Hotel For those who love to relax and indulge in the feeling of peace Hotel Flora is born in 2000 in Livigno’s centre and it is surrounded by an enchanting panorama in winter and by a big garden in summer. Hotel Flora is suited for couples or for whom is looking for relax and tranquillity. The hotel has in total 19 rooms, including suites, which are all furnished with elegance and love for the details according to the traditional mountain style but equipped with all modern comforts. Those who love to relax and enjoy peace will find in the hotel Flora a wellness area with a indoor pool and a equipped fitness area. Among many services, Hotel Flora disposes also of garage and sunny terrace and the free WiFi connection. Upon request we accept small and medium-sized pets.

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