Visitors to Bergamo can explore a masterpiece of art, culture, history, and music in a city known for medieval architecture and surrounded by beautiful hills. The city is also known for being the birthplace of Donizetti, one of the best composers of opera in the world, and his house can still be seen in Upper Bergamo, where his belongings are displayed at Museo Donizettiano. A city theater was also named after the composer who is buried at Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica. Other great attractions in Bergamo include the walkways of Hills Park, which helps visitors traverse the lush landscapes and offer amazing views of the mountains and flatlands. Some of the most outstanding art in the world is displayed at Accademia Carrara Picture Gallery. There are also historic cathedrals, 18th-century palaces, and several other galleries and museums to explore. Bergamo Map

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