My last stop in my small Northern Italy adventure was Bergamo, a small town near Milan that gets a lot of Milan-destined tourists due to its airport. The town is definitely worth a visit and it seems to me that it is often overlooked. It is divided into Cittá Bassa (Lower City) and the Cittá … Continue reading Merry Christmas! Shots from Bergamo, Italy
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Christmas trees in Turin’s Royal Palace
After Milan, I took a train to Turin and spent two nights there. This city was unfortunately quite poor when it came to Christmas Decorations, with a very tiny market I didn't even bother to take a picture of. However, in front of the Royal Palace, there was a group of green and natural Christmas … Continue reading Christmas trees in Turin’s Royal Palace
Milan during Christmas Season
From where I was staying in Switzerland it was just a quick train ride across the Alps to get to Milan - a city I had never been in but had been on my list for a while. So, this was my opportunity - I'd finally visit the capital of Italian Fashion and would get … Continue reading Milan during Christmas Season
I loved Venice, but it made me sad
Don't get me wrong. I loved the city and had an amazing time exploring the tiny streets, crossing over canals hundreds of times, admiring the views made of gates leading to the water. Before this trip, I was expecting to feel disappointed. I was fearing that Venice could be overrated - famous in every corner … Continue reading I loved Venice, but it made me sad
The Doge’s Palace in Venice and its surroundings
St. Mark's Basilica and St. Marks Plaza are a couple of the main landmarks of Venice I have been showing you Venice through my camera lens in my previous posts - the streets, the canals, the food. But as with any city, Venice has its landmarks, the must-sees, the must-visits. It is up to us … Continue reading The Doge’s Palace in Venice and its surroundings




