Feeling tired and sure that I looked the part as well, I stepped into the streets of Milan wearing the ugliest coat I own, bought for the purpose and not for aesthetics - a puffer jacket, almost knee length, water repellant and cold-proof. It was the best fit for the weather I was enduring during … Continue reading Walking the streets of Milan, Italy
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
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
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
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 Winged Bone 