Vigevano​

The city of Vigevano is located within the Province of Pavia and has a population of 60,109 inhabitants.

Standing at an elevation of 116 metres above sea level, it lies 35 kilometres south west of Milan, the regional capital of Lombardy.

Vigevano is best known for its beautiful square: the Piazza Ducale which is one of the most famous in the whole country.
All of the city's main sights are around or very close to Piazza Ducale; they include the Castello Sforzesco, the 16th century Vigevano Cathedral and the Torre del Bramante. Vigevano is also a renowned centre for the shoe-making industry and you can explore this legacy at the city's shoe-making museum (Museo Internazionale della Calzatura). ​
Category: Major Cities & Towns of Lombardy

Region: Lombardy

Regional district: Pavia Province

Population: 60,109

Highlights: Piazza Ducale, Castello Sforzesco, Vigevano Cathedral

​Close by: Morimondo, Pavia, Busto Arsizio, Milan, Lodi, Novara

Recommended accommodation: Hotel del Parco
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