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Welcome to the province of Brescia, where nature and history meet
If you are looking for a province that is a perfect mix of nature and culture, the province of Brescia is for you! With its 4784.36 km² of surface area, it is the largest province in Lombardy and is home to 205 municipalities, including the capital city of Brescia.
Physical geography: from the flatlands to the mountains
The province of Brescia is characterized by the presence of three large lakes: Lake Garda, Lake Iseo and Lake Idro. But that's not all, there are also numerous smaller mountain lakes, ideal for hiking and a true paradise for nature lovers.
Three main valleys cut through the territory: Val Camonica, Val Trompia and Valle Sabbia, connected by the Crocedomini Pass, which is their point of intersection. Together, these valleys account for about 25% of the province's surface area and are particularly interesting from a historical and artistic point of view.
But the province of Brescia is not only mountains and valleys: the flatlands and hilly areas are also abundantly present. The Bassa Bresciana, south of the city territory, is a vast flat area that will leave you speechless.
The valleys of Brescia: a journey through art and history
Val Camonica is undoubtedly the most famous valley in the province of Brescia: it is known for its rock carvings dating back to the Copper and Iron Ages, recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. But Val Camonica is not just that: it is also a place where nature and culture meet, where churches and castles follow one another without ever tiring the visitor.
Val Trompia, on the other hand, is a valley characterized by the presence of numerous Romanesque churches and parishes, such as that of San Giorgio in Sabbio Chiese. It is an area rich in industrial and production settlements, as many masterpieces of Brescia metallurgical art, such as weapons, were born here.
The Valle Sabbia, instead, is a valley where the mountains rule and where religious culture is particularly present. Numerous are the churches and hermitages hidden among the mountains, such as the abbey of Provaglio d'Iseo.
Between nature and history: what to visit in the province of Brescia
In addition to the valleys, the province of Brescia offers numerous attractions for visitors:
- Lake Garda is a sought-after tourist destination in every season, with its picturesque towns and enchanting beaches.
- Franciacorta, on the other hand, is an area renowned for the production of fine wines: here you can taste some of the best Italian wines and visit the wineries.
- Brescia, the capital city, is a city that tells the history of Lombardy from ancient times to the present day. Among its treasures are numerous churches and palaces, the Roman theater and the Forum.
- The nature reserve of Torbiere del Sebino is ideal for those who love pristine nature: here you can admire rare species of birds and plants.
Conclusion
The province of Brescia is a land that encompasses a great variety of landscapes, from the mountains to the flatlands, from the lake to the hill. Here you can encounter pristine nature, but also history and art, thanks to the numerous historical and cultural attractions present in the territory. All that's left is to discover this corner of Italy!
