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The province of Pavia (Italian: provincia di Pavia) is a province in the Lombardy region of Italy. Its capital is Pavia. As of 2015, the province has a population of 548,722 inhabitants and an area of 2,968.64 square kilometres (1,146.20 sq mi); the town of Pavia has a population of 72,205.
Pavia is the capital of the fertile province of Pavia, which is known for a variety of agricultural products, including wine, rice, cereals, and dairy products. Although there are a number of industries located in the suburbs, these tend not to disturb the peaceful atmosphere of the town.
- Enjoy an aperitivo and an Aperol spritz in the Piazza. What happens in Italy stays in Italy! And what better way to start your trip than with a cheeky drink at 11 AM and a traditional Italian aperitivo!
- Catch a sunset on Ponte Coperto. This iconic bridge Ponte Coperto (Covered Bridge), was completely destroyed during World War II and rebuilt into what we see today!
- Have a picnic at Area Vul. Pavia’s charm doesn’t sit just in its museums or monasteries, this city has such a pleasant atmosphere in its most unexpected corners!
- Visit Duomo di Pavia in Piazza Duomo. Is it really a trip to Italy if you haven’t seen a few churches and duomos? I think not! Just like most Italian cities, Pavia has a Piazza Duomo (Duomo Square) with its own Duomo!
Pavia, city, Lombardia ( Lombardy) region, northern Italy, on the left bank of the Ticino River, above its junction with the Po, 20 mi (32 km) south of Milan, with which it is connected by the Naviglio di Pavia (Pavia Canal).
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Pavia, Italy. The university city of Pavia is ideal day-trip fodder from nearby Milan. Its highlight attraction is the Certosa di Pavia—a sprawling monastic complex, and one of Italy’s top Renaissance architectural hubs—though castles, churches, and other landmarks beckon. Read more.
Pavia. The Italian Lakes, Italy, Europe. Founded by the Romans as a military garrison, Pavia has long been a strategic city both geographically and politically. It sits at the centre of an agricultural plain (hence its ugly periphery), it is an important provincial political player with strong Lega Nord leanings, and its university is ...
Description: Italian comune. Categories: commune of Italy and locality. Location: Province of Pavia, Southern Lombardy, Lombardy, Northwest Italy, Italy, Europe.
