I left Milano early in the morning, catching a train to Roma, where my friend, Giovanna, was going to meet me at the train station (Termini). Once I arrived in Roma, we immediately hopped into her aunt Neda’s car, and began a journey which I can only describe as incredible! We were heading for the…
Month: October 2018
MILANO – FALL 2017 – Part 2
The Giardini Pubblici Indro Montanelli is the oldest city park in Milano. It is named after the journalist/writer Indro Montanelli, who used to spend his mornings there. I love wandering around this park. Walking along the pathways, one encounters art, waterfalls, monuments — all in a peaceful, green setting, far removed from the bustling city…
MILANO – FALL 2017 – Part 1
I booked a hotel room through Booking.com, at the Hotel Auriga, as it was close to Milano’s central train station. While I usually opt for apartments over hotel rooms, I was only staying in Milano for one night, and so, the most important thing for me was to be close to the train station, which…
VARESE – DAY 3 – Pt 2
I stumbled upon this little art-filled garden, and was immediately charmed by what I saw. The purpose of art should be to make the viewer feel something, and this art simply made me feel good! I loved it!There seemed to be quite a lot happening in the city on this lovely Sunday. I even found…
VARESE – DAY 3 – pt 1
I had one more day left in Varese, and quite a few items left on my “to do” list. So, it being a beautiful day, I set out right after breakfast to begin exploring.I was heading to the north part of the city, to visit a villa/park that I had read about. This area is,…