Travel GuideMilan, Lombardy & Lakes

Milan, Lombardy & Lakes

Italy’s catwalk is ready to welcome you: Milan, city of fashion and haute couture. It has always been one of the richest cities in Italy and today, Lombardy is still the region responsible for a fifth of the country’s GDP. You can still see this elegance in relation to the arts and architecture in Milan. From the Duomo to the Teatro alla Scala, including Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, you will find the fabulous glamour that is so characteristic of the second biggest Italian city. This sense of beauty and charm extends throughout most of the region, where the Po River plain, covered with vineyards is a strong presence. A delectable Chardonnay or Pinot Bianco in your glass at the end of the day, accompanied by a delicious Gorgonzola cheese, will make your holiday even more perfect. This cheese, which is one of the finest in the world, is made in this region. In the north, next to the Swiss border, it is the snow-capped Alps that dominate the region, contrasting in colour with the blue of the lakes. Lago Maggiore is the biggest lake in Italy and has Isola Bella, a small oasis in the middle, but Lago di Como has romantic villages dotted around it, which are also worth exploring. There are many lakes you can visit and plenty of magnificent photos for you to take. Lombardy is attractive all year round: spring is the busiest time of year when the flowers start to fill the gardens and the temperature is just right for a relaxed walk, while in winter the theatres are filled with magnificent operas. Take the time to get to know Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpiece, The Last Supper, which was painted in the refectory of a church in Pavia. Whether you are looking for the most glamorous experience, choose a luxurious night at the opera, decide to try the delicious risottos or prefer to be swept away by its natural beauty, Lombardy is the ideal region.