🇮🇹 The Surprising City of Brescia Near Milan, Italy

Expecting an ordinary city, but Brescia is full of surprises! ✨ 1️⃣ Brescia actually has a subway line! 🚇 2️⃣ It’s the second-largest city in Lombardy by population (after Milan). 3️⃣ The city has developed continuously for over 3,000 years, with architectural styles interacting across centuries. The famous art critic Philippe Daverio once said Brescia showcases "the most powerful historical layering in Northern Italy." 🏛️⏳ 4️⃣ Home to multiple UNESCO World Heritage Sites: ① Some of the best-preserved Roman public buildings in Northern Italy (Republican Sanctuary, Capitolium Temple, Roman Theatre). 🏟️ ② The Lombard monastic complex of San Salvatore-Santa Giulia (now the Santa Giulia Museum, housing ~11,000 artworks and archaeological finds). 🖼️ 5️⃣ Rich in modern architecture too! The INA Tower in Piazza della Vittoria was Italy’s first skyscraper. 🏙️ 6️⃣ Piazza della Vittoria, one of Brescia’s main squares, features stark Fascist-style architecture (like the main post office). Designed by Marcello Piacentini (Mussolini’s go-to architect) from 1927–1932, it replaced part of the medieval city center. ⚫🏛️ 7️⃣ Visit Brescia Castle for a panoramic city view—absolutely stunning! 🌄🏰 8️⃣ A perfect day trip from Milan! Just 1h by train 🚞. Pro tip: Buy a Lombardy regional day pass (at metro ticket machines or Trenord app) for a great deal. 💳 #EuropeTravel #StudyInEurope #DayTripFromMilan #Brescia #ItalyTravel #LifeInEurope #EuropeanTowns #WorldHeritage #SpringIsHere #TimeToTravel 🌍✈️🌸