Perched on its hilltop, Bergamo is one of northern Italy’s hidden treasures. The upper town, Città Alta, wraps you in medieval walls, whilst down below, the modern city hums along. Whether you’re sipping local Valcalepio wine, wandering the Venetian fortifications, or simply watching the sun burnish the rooftops gold, Bergamo offers a quiet kind of magic — the sort that sneaks up on you and stays long after you’ve gone home.