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Lombardia may be known for its cosmopolitan cities and bustling industry. Beyond the urban centers, a journey through the region reveals crystalline lakes, verdant valleys and breathtaking mountains, along with some of the finest food and wines in Italy. This guide explores one of the country's most captivating regions.
Lombardia is the most populated region in Italy, with almost 10 million inhabitants across 12 provinces. It stretches over 9,000 square miles and borders Switzerland to the north, Veneto to the east, Piemonte to the west and Emilia-Romagna to the south.
Milano, the capital, is internationally renowned for art, fashion, design, food and culture. With three international airports and a historic central train station, it is an easy starting point for exploring the region. Lombardia is also home to the country's largest national park, Stelvio National Park, and to the glacial lakes that cascade down from the Alps: Lago Maggiore, Lago di Como and Lago di Garda.
From outdoor destinations to the height of Italian art and culture, and even UNESCO World Heritage sites, Lombardia offers activities for travelers of all ages and interests.
Lombardia is home to some of Italy's most treasured città d'arte, or "cities of art."
Other cultural destinations lie off the beaten path. Bergamo, nestled in the foothills at the base of the mountains, has Venetian-era city walls now protected by UNESCO. Pavia is home to one of Italy's oldest universities, with arcades where poets like Ugo Foscolo once studied. Lodi, with one of the most beautiful squares in Italia, and Monza, where Italy's Formula One Grand Prix races through the Autodromo, are both a quick train ride from Milano.
A short drive or train ride from Milano, rolling hills give way to a series of glacial lakes. Lago di Como may be the most famous for its glamorous villas and residents, while Lago Maggiore and Lago di Garda offer exceptional vistas, clear waters and perfect conditions for boating.
Lago di Iseo in Brescia and Lago di Varese in Bergamo have accessible bike paths for all levels of fitness and calm waters for canoeing. On a clear day, Lago di Varese even offers a view of the Alps.
From cross-country and downhill skiing to hikes across nearly 13,000 mountain trails, the mountain ranges of Lombardia offer high altitudes for every season. Parco Orobie in the province of Bergamo is the region's largest natural park, rich in biodiversity and alpine lakes, with plenty of slopes for winter sports. Alta Valtellina has famous ski resorts, majestic Dolomite-style mountains and even thermal baths. The city of Sondrio is a gateway to the natural treasures of the Valtellina.
Verdant plains and foothills, long traditions of artisanal food production and a moderate continental climate make Lombardia the home of some of Italy's most iconic dishes and wines, as well as 20 traditional DOP-certified products.
The salty, crumbly Grana Padano DOP is perhaps the best known. Its ancestor can be found in Lodi, served shaved into flower petals called Raspadüra. Also taste locally produced Gorgonzola, Mascarpone, Ricotta di Bufala, Salame Milano and Prosciutto Cotto.
Risotto alla Milanese, made with golden saffron and Grana Padano, is a favorite around the world. For a secondo, the breaded and fried cotoletta remains a popular choice: a hearty pork chop, savory and decadent in flavor, yet simple enough to make at home.
Italy's famed Christmas cake, panettone, has its roots in a Milanese legend dating back to the fifteenth century. Lombardia is also known for traditional sweets like amaretti cookies and chocolate confections.
Lombardia has 27 DOC and DOCG wine regions. Among the most exciting to taste are bubbly Franciacorta, fresh Lugana white wines made with Turbiana grapes and elegant Valtellina reds made with Nebbiolo grapes.
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