Bergamo: Discover the beauty of medieval Italy.

📖 History ✅ Bergamo's history dates back to ancient Rome. The city was founded by the Celts in the 2nd century BC and later developed into an important trade center during the Roman Empire. In the Middle Ages, Bergamo became part of the Lombard Kingdom and experienced political changes and power shifts at different times, being ruled by Austria, France, and Spain. ✅ During the Renaissance, Bergamo was known for its cultural and artistic prosperity, attracting many artists, architects, and scholars. In the early 19th century, Napoleon's invasion triggered dramatic social and political changes, and Bergamo eventually became part of the Kingdom of Italy. 🚞 Transportation ✔️ Train: From Milan Centrale, take a train to Bergamo, which takes about 50 minutes. You can buy tickets through the Chinese Omio app, and the fare is about CNY 60. ✔️ Walk: Walk about 20 minutes from the train station to the cable car station (Funicolare). The city streets in the early morning are very charming. ✔️ Cable car: Take the cable car for about 10 minutes to reach the upper town of Bergamo. ✔️ Return: You can take bus No. 1 back to the cable car station, and if you take one more stop, you will be closer to the train station. 🏩 Accommodation The upper town of Bergamo is full of attractions, but it is more convenient to stay in the lower town. The lower town not only has many hotels, but you may also come across a lively night market and experience the local market atmosphere. ⛪ Upper Town Attractions 1. Piazza Vecchia This is a must-see after getting off the cable car. There was a pianist playing on the square, and applause could be heard at the end of each piece, with some people paying for the work and others simply tipping in support. As the saying goes, "If you have a stage in your heart, anywhere can be a stage." 2. Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore A typical Gothic building, the church entrance has a ticket office, and the regular ticket price is EUR 5. 3. Bergamo Cathedral Built in the 14th century and completed in the 19th century, the interior is beautifully decorated. If you go in the morning, you may also enjoy the choir practice, which is a wonderful atmosphere. The regular ticket price is EUR 2, and tickets can be purchased inside the church. 4. Natural History Museum and Archaeological Museum Tickets are EUR 3. If you have time, these two museums are well worth a visit. 5. Other Recommendations Stroll along the walls of Bergamo, not only to relax but also to overlook the city from the walls, which will make your worries disappear. 🌞 Tips Check the weather forecast in advance and choose a sunny day to travel. With the sun shining, whether it's a church, a beautiful view, or your own shadow, it can be a photo you'll never forget!