Thursday, October 29, 2015

Lake Como and Monza

The Italian region of Lombardy is impressive with its hills, lakes, mountains and plains, an area of rich history and traditions. Located in the north of the country and sharing a border with Switzerland, Lombardy is largely known as an industrial and economic region.

The main stop of our trip is Milano, a city of innovation, technology, fashion, entertainment, history, art and culture. Here we find some of the main touristic attractions.

We combine our stay in Milano with a day trip to Lake Como, a very popular tourist destination in Lombardy. The best way to reach the lake is by train from Milano. There are regular trains to the charming historical city of Como.

Once arrived at Como we take the main street from the train station to the lake. Walking along the promenade we got fascinated by admirable sceneries. The natural beauty and the stunning landscapes make this highly-pleasant walk an unforgettable experience. 





The mountain lake is very popular for its landscapes.




Since the Roman times the lake has attracted the reach aristocracy which selected the place as the best destination for retrieve. Nowadays many celebrities have villas here.





Como water aerodrome.





We take a rest in one of the local restaurants and taste the traditional dish polenta. From here we enjoy the panoramic views of Lake Como and the Alps.


Lake Como offers magnificent sceneries and a unique contact with nature. This is one of the most beautiful European lakes, a place which is a well worth visiting.



On the way back to Milano we visit the city of Monza, another attractive and world-famous destination. 






The small city is best known for its motor racing circuit which hosts the Italian Grand Prix of Formula One.






Romanesque-Gothic Cathedral with the white and black marble façade and the campanile.





The arengario



Lombardy has many facets and countless attractive spots to offer in terms of its natural, cultural and architectural sightseeing. The region has its own charm and this unique journey offers us one restful and entertaining holiday.


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