Heading Up The Hill To Bergamo, Italy

Build on the high ground, they said. In Italy, the small town is no exception. There's modern Bergamo down in the flats, but if you want a hilly, cobblestone adventure, head for the old hill. On a stormy afternoon, we made the climb.

Bergamo, clinging to the landscape.

The gate leading down to the new section of Bergamo. Apartments.

If you suffer from vertigo, maybe best not to go?

A few squares and churches scattered around town.

Outside the old section, looking back. Should defend well.