But political authorities never implemented the quarantine recommendation there, allowing the infection to spread for a second week until all of the Lombardy region was locked down March 7.

Make the most of your time in Italy’s wealthiest region with our list of must-do Italian experiences that will provide eager explorers with a real taste of life in Lombardy. This travel ...

Cheese, pizzoccheri and bisciola (sweet bread with dried fruit, raisins, nuts, figs) are all staples of the Lombardy region. This half-English, half-French chef who was raised in the USA is ...