Lombardy ( Lombardia ) Italy - Travel Guide & Information

Culture Of The Region Lombardy Of Italy

The hustle-and-bustle of modern life, similar to that of most big northern European cities, might best describe life in Milan, which dominates Lombardy. The culture in Milan can be described as business-like. Which is appropriate, as Milan is the business, finance, fashion, transportation, and information hub of all Italy.

The fast pace of Milan and its surroundings contrast greatly with the life in the fields, and life in the smaller cities, towns and villages on the plains, on the lakes, and in the hills. But, overall, the people know how to live well with plentiful good food, wine, art and culture, readily accessible outdoor activities, and enough vacation time in which to enjoy it.

Like most Italians, the Lombardo love opera and soccer.  Each of the cities and large towns in Lombardy has vibrant opera companies. Bergamo still honors its famous son, the operatic composer Donizetti. Soccer is very popular, both as a spectator sport, and to play. Holidays are taken seriously in Italy, something that North Americans can learn from. Most of the restaurants close in the month of August, the traditional month of holidays, when the cities empty and most Italians travel to the beaches or other resort destinations. There are many in easy reach of Milan. Lake Como is nearly a suburb of Milan, and the other lakes are within a several hour drive at most, as it the other outdoor wonders of the Alps that are looming the distance. The winter sports center of Bormio is in northern Lombardy.

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