Watercolor: Bergamo Hillside

Bergamo Hillside, 4 x 7 Watercolor Study
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Bergamo, Italy is in the Lombardi region, near the foothills of the Alps. Because of the topography of the region, and the history of the town, it's built on a hill, like a wedding cake, with the top layer enclosed by beautiful, high, ancient stone walls. The high city, or citta alta, is a medieval maze of cobble stones, narrow streets, alcoves and piazzas. From the edge of any point in the high town, the view of the lower town, and the alpan countryside beyond it, will make you pause and drink with your eyes. It's been many years since I visited a friend there, but the photos still make me reach for my brushes. This little study was from a view over the wall to terraced residences leading to a public pool we frequented.