Why fly to Bergamo?
Often overshadowed by the hustle and bustle of neighbouring Milan, Bergamo offers up laid-back living at its best. Hikers, bikers and sightseers will fall head over heels for this hushed holiday hideaway.
Perched in the hilltops and surrounded by Venetian walls, this Italian charmer serves up a two for one deal of medieval sights mixed with a modern metropolis. Bergamo Bassa’s city centre is a blend of ancient wonders and cobbled streets that twist and turn till you come bang up to date with the modern town centre. Then there’s Bergamo Alta, a popular spot with a whole host of cutesy lanes, lively cafes and an easy-going pace of life.
The beauty of Bergamo is that it can all be explored with your own two feet. Built over several layers, the narrow streets are a joy to explore and there’s always something to see. Top of the list is Piazza Vecchia, a beautiful square at the heart of the old town that’s framed with a stunning selection of aristocratic houses and an ancient city hall. A few steps away is Santa Maria Maggiore, or Basicilia or St. Mary Major to you and I, that offers some of Bergamo’s most impressive architectural gems. Then there’s the famous Accademia Carrara, one of Italy’s top art museums that boasts more 1,500 paintings and 130 sculptures.
Sightseeing aside, Bergamo has more than enough places to shop till you drop and explore the fashion that made this country so famous. And no trip to Bergamo is complete without sampling some of the famous Italian cuisine. From refreshing gelato to slurp while you walk, to all things sit-down and hearty, there’s more than enough to satisfy any hungry foodie.
With its beautiful architecture, stunning views of the alps and towering mountains galore, Bergamo’s a hidden gem that’s perfect for a weekend away.
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