T he present parish church of St. John the Baptist in Lanzada, was built, beginning in 1659, on the site of an older one, dating from the 15th century, formerly a branch of the Collegiate Church of…
St. Victor's church
The parish church of St Victor was built on the ruins of a Medieval church in 1617. It is located on a promontory overlooking the creek Livrio and can be reached either following a nice mule track or…
Varese Local Products Guide
V arese local products guide. Have you ever thought of a Varese guide that gives you hints on which products are a must try? Check this page to discover local specialties. Its geographical variety…
Weekends in Valtellina
A day out on the snow, a record-breaking bridge and mountain flavours. Are you ready to discover all Valtellina has to offer? Valchiavenna and Valtartano The Alpine region of Valtellina is the…
Milan and Lake Como
F rom the Duomo, to futuristic skyscrapers. From lake shores to snow-capped mountains. Here are our tips for a weekend in Milan and on the shores of Lake Como. Discover Milan Any visit to Milan is…
Traditional cheeses of lombardy
I f, like me, you adore cheese, then Lombardy is the place for you! This region is home to some of Italy's most famous cheeses, which we find every day in our supermarkets, but next to which there…
Franciacorta Wine
T he Franciacorta wine was awarded in 1995 the Controlled Designation of Origin label, making it one of the most prestigious local products in the Region. The Franciacorta wine and flavors trail that…
The mantua pumpkin
P umpkin is a key ingredient in Mantua's traditional cuisine. Highly popular for its versatility, it is used as a base for many dishes (such as the delicious pumpkin ravioli). Grown in Brescia's…
The avelli's mystery, the pendula stone and the boulders
Beautiful but long walk (about 15 Km) with extraordinary landscapes on Lake Como, between historical and geological treasures. The route starts at Brunate that we reach via the funicular and…
Lemons of Garda
T he lemons of Garda have a centuries-long history as traditional local products in this particular corner of the country. Lemons were brought from the Ligur Riviera to the shores of Lake Garda in…
Parco Minerario dei Piani Resinelli
Parco Minerario dei Piani Resinelli is located within the Grigne and the Piani Resinelli Mineral Museum Park is placed in a fascinating landscape. They are ancient mines, used from the 16° century up…
The Route of Olive Trees
On a steep slope, that in interval immerse its feet directly in the water of Lake Como, you find several routes that cover the entire shore of Oliveto Lario. Between vertical walls and calcareous…