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Although the wall measured nearly 4 miles (6 km), it only had four gates. Venetian walls: The inhabitants of Bergamo built a wall to surround the city as they were terrified of being attacked by the Spanish troops.Bergamo Cathedral: Bergamo Cathedral is an imposing temple dedicated to the city’s patron saint, Alexander of Bergamo.One of the building’s highlights is the Colleoni chapel. Basilica Santa Maria Maggiore: The monumental basilica can compete both in size and beauty with the Bergamo Cathedral.Torre Civica: Symbol of medieval Bergamo, the Torre Civica stands 170 ft (52 m) tall and is a great place for a panoramic view of Bergamo.The square is surrounded by several buildings like Palazzo del Podesta, el Palazzo del Comune, el Palazzo della Ragione and the Torre Civica. Piazza Vecchia: The old square of Bergamo is the city’s political and administrative centre.The charming alleyways in the medieval part of town house several treasures. The two parts of town are connected by a funicular railway. The Lower Town (Città Bassa) is the modern part of Bergamo and is less interesting for visitors. Things to do in Bergamoīergamo is divided into two parts the Upper Town (Città Alta), which is surrounded by Venetian walls, is magnificently preserved with pretty stoned streets and magnificent medieval buildings. You can even make the most of your Ryanair flight to this city, to explore it before heading to Milan. The upper town is a maze of narrow alleyways packed with charming stores. Its short distance from the capital of Lombardy makes it the ideal one day. How to get to Milan How to get to Milanīergamo is a beautiful walled city located 37 miles (60 km) from Milan.Museo nazionale della Scienza e della Tecnologia