Elena has been a great host: relaxed, genuine and informative. Her apartment is in a traditional case di ringhiera—a building where each apartment shares a common ringhiera balconi (ring balcony) facing the inner courtyard. It is spread over two levels, spacious, warm and homely. The location is next to navili/Ticnese (a dynamic and cultured area) and is within easy reach to the centre via tram or pleasant walk. A gem.