Bergamo through the eyes of a Russian emigrant
This tour takes place exclusively in Russian or in Italian. Bergamo is an amazing place of Northern Italy, believe me, I’m living here for the last 20 years. The history of different centuries has been intertwined so densely and, at the same time, harmoniously in this unique place that, at first instance such a phenomenon is surprising, and then only fascinates and delights. it is a city that has retained its medieval charm. Bergamo is a city untouched by the cobbled streets where we still hear the echoes of the Middle Ages. This pearl of the Lombardy will surprise you. it was under the dominion of Venice for four hundred years. My excursions are individual and I approach with attention and care to my guests, taking into account all your wishes and interests, and prepared for people of different ages. Each of my guests is unique and important for me. At the end of the tour, I will give each of you a surprise that will remind you of your visit to the “Homeland of Truffaldino”. Welcome!
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Bergamo through the eyes of a Russian emigrant
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(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Piazza Vecchia
The square Piazza Vecchia, the pearl of the Upper Town, one of the most beautiful squares in the world. The oldest town hall in Europe. The “Palazzo della Ragione”, dating from the 11th century, is located here. Now it houses a unique collection of frescoes, from the 12th to the 15th century. In ancient times, Bergamo was called “La città dipinta”, which means “The painted city”, since many of its streets and squares were decorated with frescoes, still preserved in good condition. I will definitely show them to you. They are carefully hidden from an inexperienced look, but we will find them! On the Old Square you will definitely see the main medieval tower - the 11th-century bell called “La Torre Civica” which also has its own unique history. Also on the Old Square,we will admire the 17th-century Contarini’s Fountain, donated to the city by the mayor of Contarini family for a noble purpose, so that everyone,from the simplest to the most famous citizens,could drink clean water from it.
Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
The church “Santa Maria Maggiore” Basilica, built in the 11th century by the donations of the citizen of Bergamo, in the plea that the Virgin Mary save their city from the plague. This Basilica is unique in that it was built over 3 centuries. Outside, it is a strict Romanesque style, and inside, Baroque-style luxury, Florentine tapestries of the 15-17th centuries and 12th-century frescoes will amaze even the most sophisticated of you. Also in the Basilica is a unique collection of 33 marquetry of the Venetian artist Lorenzo Lotto “Le Tarsie del coro di Santa Maria Maggiore”, which he portrayed only for welcoming Bergamo, where he lived thirteen years from all his hard life as a rebel. On the walls of the Basilica we will also see medieval frescoes. One of them is called Last Supper and other Tree of Life. The ceilings of the church are also decorated with frescoes and stuccos. We will also admire paintings by famous Italian artists, painted especially for the Basilica.
Cattedrale (Duomo) di Bergamo e Battistero
We will admire the main 3th-century cathedral “Duomo di San Alessandro”, named after the patron saint of the city Alexander Bergamsky. I will tell you a sad story-legend of this martyr. Thirty years ago, during the restoration of this cathedral, it was discovered the remains of a Roman city of the first century AD. Now it hosts the museum "Museo e tesoro della Cattedrale". We will visit it at your request and admire the streets of a real Roman city, see antique frescoes of the first Christian church and a collection of old church utensils. I will also show you the Santa Croce Chapel of the Holy Cross Temple, an ancient temple, an impressive example of Romanesque architecture from the first half of the 11th century, which is guarded by white Venetian lions. There is also the “Piazza Rosata” square, where gladiatorial battles once took place. The Gothic style Baptistery is also located here and he has the funny name "Rocking". I will tell you why it received this name.
Inclusions
- Tour Guide
- Private transportation
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- At the entrance of the Basilica of Santa Maria delle Grazie - Viale Papa Giovanni XXIII, 13
