Discover what to do in Lomellina, an enchanting land of castles, rice fields, and quaint villages just an hour’s drive south of Milan. As you ma...
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Today I take you to one of my favorite Lombardy hidden gems, the lovely Castle of Chignolo Po, a quaint village that you can easily visit as a half-da...
In this article, I share a list of the prettiest hidden gems to visit in Lombardy that travelers often miss. From cultural attractions to quaint villa...
If you’re looking for a side trip from Milan, Cremona offers so many interesting things to see and do for a lovely day trip away from big touris...
Nestled in the foothills of the Alps, Bergamo is one of the prettiest towns in Lombardy, yet most travelers arriving at Orio al Serio Airport (one of ...
Today I would like to talk to you about Pavia, a perfect day trip from Milan. My memories of Pavia are mainly linked to the crazy university parties I...

Ciao! I'm Val, an Italian blogger with a huge passion for my country, its culture and traditions. My Italian Diaries is the online space where I share itineraries, activities and off-the-beaten path places to help you experience the best of Italy like a local!