Country Guides: Lombardy – The Lakes

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A thoroughly unique location The Lake situated in Lombardy is an hour away from the international airport of Milan. The Eastern shore of the lake is included in the province of Lombardy and is known for nature parks, historic monuments, and the western part of the lake, which focused on the most famous resorts, in the province of Piedmont.

Vacationing on the lakes of Italy every year is becoming increasingly popular, especially on the lakes of northern Italy at Lake Garda, Como and Maggiore, which are considered the most beautiful. The lakes are renowned for being exceptionally clean, with clear water, beautiful scenery and a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. There is a developed infrastructure and the unique charm of the coastal resorts has influenced the development of tourism in these regions. Many writers, artists, and international celebrities spend holidays on the lakes of Italy.

Lake Como (Lago di Como)

Lake Come is the deepest lake in Europe (400 m), located just 30 kilometers from Milan. The Lake is divided into three arms – Como, colic and Lecco. On the picturesque shores of the lake there are numerous villas of celebrities and popular resorts – Como, Lecco, colic, Bellagio, Warren. The lake shores are covered with lush vegetation – olive groves and vineyards, interspersed with mighty chestnut and pomegranate trees, fig trees and oleanders create unique landscapes. One of the most famous sights of Como is considered Villa Del Balbyanello, where “Star Wars”, “Ocean’s Twelve,” “Casino Royale” were filmed.

Lake Garda (Lago di Garda)

Lake Garda is the largest lake (area of 369 sq. km.) Along the lake is a cozy alpine village and small resort towns: Sirmione, Riva del Garda and others. Here are preserved buildings from the time of Roman settlements, medieval castles and stately palaces, baroque churches and monasteries. Convenient location, mild and temperate climate have made resorts of Lake Garda one of the most prestigious in Italy. In Sirmione you can combine leisure with wellness in the famous SPA-center, to visit an amusement park gardalend. At Riva del Garda annual international competition in surfing. Travelers are offered a choice of entertainment: discos, bars, restaurants, soccer, tennis, golf, horse riding, bicycles (including mountain), hiking, caving, archery, paragliding, sailing, windsurfing, boating, scuba diving and fishing.

Lake Maggiore

Lake Maggiore (Lago di Maggiore) is located on the border with Switzerland and is the second largest lake in Italy, surrounded by the Alps. This area is famous for coastal gardens and a few dozen luxurious historical private villa with luxurious parks, which are open to the public from March to October. Their beauty makes a strong enough impression to many tourists and it is not considered an exaggeration to call the local gardens, “Gardens of Italy”.. During the tourist season from May to October the temperature remains between 22 – 28 degrees. On the shores of the resort towns, standing in splendid isolation picturesque old villas surrounded by palm trees and cypresses, oleanders, olive, lemon and orange trees, flowering shrubs and vines. The main attractions of the lake: the four islands Barromee – Isola Bella, Isola dei Pescatori, Isola Madre and Isola San Giovanni, are an oasis of untouched nature and rich history. The most famous resorts are located on the western shore of the lake in the province of Piedmont. Verbano, Stresa, Intra.

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