Lesser known statues, monuments, and works of art, concealed within the streets and piazzas of Lombardy's cities: a prestigious artistic heritage is waiting to be discovered 

Lombardy’s museums are once again welcoming the public, art lovers, and other visitors with a wealth of exhibitions dedicated to women: artists, works of art, and mythological figures who have inspired exhibitions and shows

In Lombardy, theatres are opening up safely: here are some of the must-see shows and festivals

Reflections and plays of water in the fountains of Lombardy, works of art signed by famous architects and sculptors from every age

    The Ethnographic Museum offers a fascinating retrospective on the history and culture of the Imagna Valley, through the careful preservation of the equipment and items used daily by the local master artisans, the care with which the environments are replicated, and the direct contact with the tools of the time that take visitors back centuries in time, when people sat by the rows of vines to weave their garments in front of the crackling of the fireplace. Admission to this small treasure of the valley's historical memory is free of charge, but a free donation is always recommended to support the activities of the volunteers. Besides the museum, it is also pleasant to spend a few hours wandering around the streets of Strozza.  (Ph: museovaldimagnino.it)

Wonderful in shape and size, the specimen on the Vivione Pass road is the most admired sycamore maple in Lombardy.

Comune di Oneta (BG)

Comune di Gorno (BG)

Comune di Dossena (BG)

This mysterious place of workshop, named after the Saint patron of Ireland, looks like a fortress, perched on a scenic spur overlooking the Seriana Valley.

Halfway between the sky and the lake, 750 metres above sea level, Parzanica is a small jewel set among the heights embracing Lake Iseo.    With just under 400 residents, the village, which remained isolated until 1957, retains its authentic atmosphere and is known as one of the most charming natural terraces in Lombardy. Its Belvedere welcomes visitors with open arms and leaves them speechless. From its privileged position, the gaze extends far beyond the shores of the lake, granting spectacular views of Monte Isola, Corna Trentapassi, Monte Guglielmo and, on clear days, the distant snow-capped Alps. The panorama is a spiral of colours, with alternating stretches of water, forests, mountain ridges and valleys sculpted by time.  On clear summer nights, Parzanica offers one of its most astonishing spectacles. Far from the city's light pollution, the Belvedere turns into a true natural observatory, a suspended place to admire the stars in all their intensity. Lying on the grass with a blanket or simply sitting on the small wall of the viewpoint, you can stay for hours with your nose in the air, surrounded by the dark silhouettes of the mountains and the soft glow of the moon reflecting on the lake. A magical experience, in which time seems to dilate and every wish expressed under a light trail is charged with special intensity. Before gazing at the stars as the sun sets, Parzanica also offers immersive itineraries for nature lovers and hikers. One of the best known trails starts in Via Belvedere and leads to the Santuario della Santissima Trinità, which can be reached on foot in just over half an hour. The path winds through chestnut forests, deep silence and sudden glimpses of the lake. And if your are seeking a complete hiking experience, try the Cinque Cime tour. This loop route crosses the highest peaks around town, in a continuous alternation of climbs, ridges and meadows. In a fast-paced world, Parzanica is a haven of silence and wonder, whose views will stay in your heart forever.

Tourist promotion office of the municipalities of Onore, Rovetta and Songavazzo (Promoserio network)