With Ranveer Singh and Deepka Padukone getting married here, everyone wants to know what is so special about this place. Besides our Bollywood couple, this destination is a favourite of many Hollywood A-Listers as well like George Clooney, Madonna, Bruce Springsteen, De Niro and Matt Damon and Cindy Crawford. Here are some reasons that we have listed, that makes this lake a key destination in the timelines of the actors.
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Lake Como is the third largest of the Italian lakes and, with a maximum depth of approximately 410 meters. It is also one of the deepest lakes in Europe. Its in the shape of an inverted 'Y' and were formed from the melting of glaciers combined with the erosive action of the ancient Adda river.
Located at the foot of the Alps, the blue of the water and the green of the surrounding hills of Lake Como come together harmoniously, and form priceless views and landscapes. Located approximately 31 miles from Milan, between the Provinces of Como and Lecco, this place is home to suggestive borgoes, splendid villas and lush gardens. The breathtaking villas, one after the other, encircle the lake, a resort destination of the nobles of Lombardy since the 16th Century.
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Como is also considered the land of Italian artistic and architectonic rationalism which is why you will find modern European architecture - the Novocomum, the Giuliani Frigerio House, the Monument of the Fallen, and the former Casa del Fascio - all the work of Italian architect Giuseppe Terragni.
Here is what you can do on Lake lake:
- Take a boat trip on Lake Como
- Visit the beautiful towns and villas
- Relax on a beach
- Visit the nearby destinations
- Binge
Boat Trip On Lake Como
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We suggest that you rent a boat and explore the lake on your own, but if you are on a budget, you can just take a boat ride using the services provided by Navigazione Lago di Como. Boat rides are quite cheap, and you can travel from coast to coast. Almost every town on the shores of the lake has a boat landing, where you can buy your ticket and ask for information. Boat trips on Lake Como will take you to most of the lakeside villages, and also to the small Isola Comacina.
Explore The Beautiful Towns & Villas
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Feast your eyes at Villa Balbianello, Lenno (Tremezzina). This is the perfect time to visit the villas as you’ll be able to visit Villa Balbianello, Villa Monastero, Villa Carlotta, and many other historic residences overlooking the water. Best time to visit here from mid-March till mid-November. During your holidays, don’t get stuck in your town! The shores of Lake Como are, indeed, studded with charming villages: plan your trip so that you can see at least 2 or 3 towns. You will have the time of your life.
Beach It!
You have to go to Onno beach, Oliveto Lario if you’re visiting Lake Como in the summertime. don’t miss the chance to see the beautiful beaches on its shores. Beaches in Lake Como are the perfect place to relax during the hot summer days, and in some cases, they also give you the opportunity to go sailing or windsurfing. Beaches here are on every corner but if you want pristine water then head towards the central and northern parts of the lake.
Visit Nearby Destinations
During your Lake Como holidays, you can also go from Como to Milan via train and visit the capital of the region, in order to see a different side of Lombardy. On the same route you will also see places like Bergamo, Brescia, or Novara (towns).
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Binge!
Food lovers will not feel left out here. You will unique flavours like risotto and perch filets, the prized olive oil, innumerable vegetables. Their asparagus of Rogaro and Drezzo is amazing! Andwithout a doubt, many a reputed fish-based platter, in particular, the missoltino-- salted, dried and flattened Alosa agone fish marinated with vinegar and oil, is a must-have.
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