In the past Porta San Giacomo represented the entrance to the Upper Town for those arriving from Milan. This is the only access to the Walls that is perfectly visible …

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🇺🇦 beardman

August 26, 2022

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Actually the most beautiful access to Bergamo... you go over the paved path that stands on arches towards the gate

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May 8, 2024

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Gate of the Venetian walls, the most famous, since people from Bergamo who do not intend to use cars or public transport go up on foot from here: it is the shortest way to reach Colle Aperto. The walkway on the walls is more panoramic but much, much longer.

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Location: Bergamo, Lombardy, Italy

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