Lake Como: Breathtaking Landscapes

With gardens and woods, blue lake and lush vegetation: luxury villas and medieval villages and

many breathtaking landscapes, Lake Como is a wonder, destination, for many years now, of a

international tourism with very high attendance numbers. Over time come usually on vacation, numerous VIPs from the world of show business. 

The 11 wonders to discover on Lake Como

Lake Como, one of the wonders of Northern Italy, a destination for international tourism, has 11 main attractions. The first is represented by the cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta. The building has an architecture that blends the Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque style that lasted 4 centuries until the middle of the eighteenth century. In 1744 the dome was completed by the architect Filippo Juvarra. Coming from nearby Switzerland are the statues of the brothers Tommaso, Giacomo and Donato Rodari, from the city of Maroggia in the Canton of Ticino, which decorate the sides and portals of the Church, and the Statues of Pliny the Elder and Pliny the Younger. Inside there are paintings of two painters of the Lombard school of the 16th century: Bernardino Luini and Gaudenzio Ferrari.

Next to the Duomo there is another important building, Palazzo della Ragione known as the Broletto

built at the behest of the mayor Bernardo da Codazzo, in 1215 it was the seat of the civil power of Como.

When in 1396 it was decided to build the new Cathedral, the Broletto was shrunk while exercising its

civic function until 1764. The tricolor facade in white, gray and red Lombard marble is the detail

which most affects visitors. The third attraction that is recommended to visit is the e Casa, built by the architect Giuseppe Terragni, the greatest exponent of Italian Rationalism and Guardia di Finanza since 1957. This prevented the building from being transformed into a museum, a museum on the architecture of Italian Rationalism. The fourth noteworthy attraction is the Basilica of San't Abbondio. The building just outside the Larian center, is one of the most important testimonies of the style romanesque of the eleventh century. Outside there is the division of 5 naves of the Church and the presence of

two bell towers located in the final part of the intermediate naves. Inside mighty columns

they divide the central nave and there is a beautiful cycle of frescoes of the fourteenth century with the stories of Christ, by an author called Master of Don Abbondio. The fifth monument to see is The Voltiano temple of Como, which is a mausoleum designed by the architect Federico Frigerio donated by the industry Francesco Somaini and opened in 1928.

Dedicated to Alessandro Volta is in neoclassical style, inspired by the Pantheon of Rome, created with the aim of

make it a museum to house original models, reconstructions of scientific works of Alessandro Volta.

The sixth point of interest is Villa Olmo, just over 2 km from the Voltiano Temple, is equipped with a Italian garden well-kept and aesthetically follows the neoclassical style in the exteriors and interiors. The name comes from two old Elms. Giuseppe Garibaldi and the family stayed there Visconti di Modrone, the same as the director Luchino Visconti. It has long been home to exhibitions, events and

conference.

The funicular Como-Brunate is recommended and on the historical level represents the novelty between transport on the territory.

Active since 1894, it was an attraction designed for the Milanese bourgeoisie, lover of landscapes and views of Brunate, and owner of many prestigious villas. The target over the years is

became international and today to use this means of transport are tourists from all over the world.

Cernobbio, eighth place recommended, one of the most exclusive destinations in Italy. Credit goes to Villa Erba and Villa d'Este, both are used for ceremonies, banquets and congresses, also in Villa d'Este you see that the Ambrosetti Forum takes place, in which ministers, Heads of State and the most important figures of the academical world. There is also a recommended trekking route to do: "The Way of the Monti Lariani" which winds for over 100 km.

The ninth place to visit is the Comacina island. It is located on the western shore of Lake Como. It is located here

the Church of San't Eufemia, one of the most important monuments of the Romanesque Como, also there are

also: The sanctuary of the Madonna del Soccorso, and the Houses for Artists built in 1940 on the island in rationalist style by the architect Pietro Lingeri. The original idea was that 

to create artist's shelters for the needs of painters, writers and sculptors.

The tenth town to see on Lake Como is Bellagio, from which one of the most famous resorts takes its name

luxury of the USA. Attention to detail gives visitors a unique atmosphere, so much so that

give the town the name of "Pearl of Lake Como". Do not miss the Gardens of Villa Melzi and Villa Serbelloni.

Menaggio is the last town and stage of the tour to discover the wonders of Lake Como. There are

two noteworthy villas, not to be missed: Villa Mylius Vigoni and La Crocetta. 

The latter is worth a visit: a panoramic point at 500 meters above sea level, where you can enjoy a splendid

view of Lake Como. The mountain of the same name is not only important for the landscape, but also because

it was one of the fortifications of the First World War of the Occupation Advanced Northern Frontier.

The precious trick to have when visiting Lake Como

The ticket offices of the "Navigazione Laghi" are not tourist offices, so they are not responsible for giving

tips on which locations to visit first as times are tight and queues for tickets generally

long. Therefore it is necessary to avoid getting in line a few dumb before the time in which the

boat (especially in summer). For the rest, the holiday on Lake Como is an experience that would done once in a lifetime.

Ticket Offices: The ticket offices of "Navigazione Laghi" are primarily for ticket sales and may not provide tourist information or recommendations on which locations to visit first.

Plan Ahead: Given the limited time and potentially long queues for tickets, it's essential to plan your itinerary in advance to maximize your visit to Lake Como.

Avoid Queues: To avoid long queues, especially during the summer season, it's advisable to arrive at the ticket office well in advance of your intended boat departure time.

Unique Experience: Lake Como offers a unique and memorable experience, and it's worth making the most of your visit to this beautiful destination.

By following this advice, travelers can make the most of their time at Lake Como and ensure a smoother and more enjoyable experience while exploring this picturesque location.