Monza, Italy

Monza, Italy

Monza Italy

Within the tri-city region of Como, Lecco, and Milan, the Province of Monza and Brianza is primarily flat, with some hilly areas to the north and east. It's intersected by the Lambro and Seroso Rivers, as well as numerous canals. Brianza is situated in the heart of Lombardy's Lakes district, the most significant of which is the heart-shaped Lake Annone, divided into two by the Isella Peninsula. Brianza is a region that supports both agriculture and industry. It was once the home of Parini and Stendhal, who were inspired by its stunning landscapes to write. The Province consists of four unique zones: the first is Monza, the third-largest city in the Region by population. Next, Lower Western Brianza partially corresponds to the valley of the River Seveso, while Central Lower Brianza aligns with the valley of the River Lambro. Lower Eastern Brianza partially overlaps with the valley through which the Molgora Stream flows. Situated on the border between Como and Milan, Brianza has traditionally been a holiday destination, thanks to its lush countryside, religious sanctuaries, and noble residences. The most significant destination is Monza, a historic city and crucial industrial center, with several preserved monuments in its historic center. The Cathedral, constructed in the 13th Century, houses the famous Iron Crown, adorned with precious stones and, according to tradition, forged with a nail from Jesus's Cross. The intriguing Serpero Museum displays the Cathedral's treasures. The Villa Reale, built in the neoclassical style by Piermarini in the late 18th Century, features a lavish interior with a court theater, a hemispheric room, a chapel, and the Hall of Honor. The Civic Painting Gallery is located in its northern wing. Just beyond the Villa Reale is the entrance to a magnificent park, one of the largest in Europe, crossed by the River Lambro and numerous lanes dotted with stables, windmills, farmhouses, small temples, golf and polo courses, and the circuit famously used for the Formula 1 Grand Prix. The Monza Racetrack is Italy's largest car-racing circuit and is considered a significant technical achievement. It has been consistently updated and equipped with cutting-edge infrastructure. A ten-minute drive from Monza are Oreno and Vimercate. Oreno is known for its courtyards and farmhouses that alternate with luxurious villas - for instance, Villa Gallarati Scotti, in the historic center, and Villa Borromeo, which houses a series of frescoes from the second half of the 15th Century. Vimercate is home to the neoclassical Villa Sottocasa, the historical residence of Barbarossa and Bernabò Visconti.
Recommended airport
Milan (MIL)
Nearby destinations
  • Milan a 13.12 km
  • Chiasso,Mendrisio a 35.38 km
  • Legnano (Lombardy), Milan a 27.70 km