To start with, Bergamo is a dream. And if you like your beautiful dreams to feel authentic and alive, Paola's fresco room in the "Casa dei merchanti" will do the magic. You will fall asleep to bells from the proximity to piazza vecchia (just arround the corner). Paola will offer you a marvelous espresso on her porch under the five century old arches with beautiful tiles. If you sit on the right spot you get a bit of sun on your face whilst seeing the rooftop of the duomo. :) And then there is your laid back, calm and lovely host knowing how to enjoy all this beauty. Paola is absolutely reliant, uncomplicated and very welcoming. A creative mind that appreciates life in all of its varieties.
By stepping out of the door you are practically there. In the heart of Bergamo's old town. Everything is there and close to walk arround. The tourist sites, the two furnicular stations, all shops. I stayed for 2 nights and i will come back!! I am in love with Bergamo, and have great respect for Paola for sharing this perl with all of us. I think this is remarkable.
It is by far no overstatement, when i say you will time travel in Bergamo, staying in this wonderful house.
Best of luck!
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