113 When it comes to mountain beauty in Italy, the Lombardy region boasts one of the most stunning valleys on the peninsula – Valtellina. This 120-kilometer-long valley lies in the province of Sondrio, nestled under the shadows of the Alps and not far from Switzerland, in the basin of the Adda River. Valtellina is renowned for its world-class ski resorts, including Bormio, which is also famous for its thermal baths, Livigno, and Santa Caterina. Together, they offer over 400 kilometres of slopes for alpine skiing and more than 200 kilometres for cross-country skiing. Moreover, Valtellina is rich in artistic and cultural heritage, a testament to its glorious past as a crossroads of Europe. Exploring its churches, palaces, towers, and castles is a journey back in time. Valtellina is also famous for its culinary delights, including pizzoccheri, bresaola, and Bitto cheese (a protected designation of origin alpine cheese), as well as its wines and apples. When planning your vacation in Livigno, one of the most im-
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