| > | | | | and the lake up to 1350 feet deep which makes it |
| Lake Como is the most stunning and beautiful of | | | | one of the deepest in Europe. |
| all the Italian Lakes. What makes a holiday here so | | | | There are many fine little Italian towns situated |
| good? | | | | around the lake, with most being off the beaten |
| The lake is surrounded by steep wooded hillsides | | | | track. For a real adventure try finding some of |
| which are lined with orange terracotta roofs and | | | | these — just remember to take your |
| villas that look almost toy like which leads down | | | | Italian phrase book. Try visiting one of the national |
| to the steep waters of Lake Como. | | | | villas which has over 500 species of plants, trees |
| This jewel in the crown of Italy’s famous | | | | and shrubs from all over the world in its grounds. |
| lakes is a haven of tranquility, majestic snow | | | | The town of como itself is surrounded by high |
| capped mountains in winter and wonderful water | | | | walls that once protected this place, once inside |
| sports in summer superb cuisine and elegant style. | | | | you will find a haven of shops that would be |
| Como is in Lombardy which is North of Milan by | | | | perfect for any tourist or local alive. |
| 45km and in the Province of Como. Como is at | | | | The standard of hotels in Como is excellent, most |
| the tip of the southwestern branch of this lake | | | | are built and furnished in traditional Italian style and |
| which is where the lake takes its name. | | | | all magnificent. Most hotels offer all inclusive deals |
| Surrounding the actually town of como is the | | | | which can be excellent value for money. Many |
| Swiss border, only 20 minutes away and 20 | | | | hotels are across the road from the lakeside. |
| makes from neighbouring lake Lugano. | | | | Many have stunning views from the front rooms, |
| Lake Como itself is around 50 km long and to the | | | | pool and terraces across the lake to Bellagio, with |
| west of Menaggio is where the lake splits in two | | | | most also having elegant restaurants, bars and |
| into the famous Y shape. The mountains that | | | | lounges. |
| surround the lake are about 2000 meters high | | | | |