16/06/2026
Where beauty becomes a lesson in heritage management.
In the breathtaking setting of Villa del Balbianello, on the shores of Lake Como, students from the Master in Arts Management and Administration (MAMA) experienced a day dedicated to culture, hospitality and the preservation of cultural heritage.
Introduced by Piergiacomo Mion, MAMA Director, the visit became an opportunity to connect classroom learning with the real-life management of a cultural landmark: students explored how one of Italy's most admired historic residences is managed, enhanced and opened to the public while preserving its cultural value.
The conversation with Massimo Bordoli, Head Gardener of Villa del Balbianello, offered a privileged look at the daily work behind the Villa's extraordinary garden - a masterpiece shaped by nature and highly specialized maintenance traditions.
For MAMA students, it was also a lesson in leadership through experience: seeing how vision, responsibility and attention to detail keep a cultural landmark alive.
A memorable day in one of FAI's most treasured places, where every view tells a story. With thanks to FAI Lombardia Prealpina and Giuliano Francesco Galli.
FAI - Fondo per l'Ambiente Italiano