Medieval origins.Probably the primitive building, preceding the current construction, dated back to the 10th century; no trace exists of it. The new church was built in several phases between the end of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries; a restoration and a further enlargement are documented towards the end of the 18th century, when it reached […]
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One of the characteristics of the church is a felt devotion to the Madonna in fact is dedicated to the SS Annunciata and for this the square in front of the church is called “Piazza della Madonna” as well as “water of the Madonna” the water that gushed from the fountain hidden to the right
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Villa Monastero is surrounded by a Garden with several rare botanic species. The Garden, being set up in terraces, has been structured in different patterns over the years yet maintaining a main recurring theme. The mild climate, peculiar to the lake, allows numerous botanic species from all over the world to grow. OPENING HOURS April-MayHouse
A journey through perfumes and enchanted sensations that turns the path in the botanic garden into a design project, realized with the native plants which accompanied the park over the years. A garden with a unique beauty and a priceless cultural value. The botanical garden of Villa Cipressi is a real gem that tells the biodiversity of each area of
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The Tower of the Arts wants to be a cultural center open to different cultural and artistic experiences, enhancing the historical / artistic patrimony of the area and promoting the different expressionsof culture in its multiplicity of expressions. MISSION Promote various forms of art making the culture exit from its temples, from its exclusive rituals
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Discover the timeless charm of the Bellagio Museum, a gem nestled in the heart of the picturesque Lake Como. Immersed in an enchanting setting, the museum offers an exciting journey through the history and culture of the region. Explore unique collections that tell stories of art, tradition, and innovation, all set within an extraordinary architectural
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Short but suggestive walk with departure from Lenno and ascent to the Sacro Monte di Ossuccio, which along the Via Crucis, made up of fourteen chapels with life-size statues, leads to the Sanctuary of the Madonna del Soccorso. This rare example of Via Crucis in 2003 became part of the UNESCO heritage. Source: Comune di
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A beautiful itinerary full of historical elements that leads you to the cross easily visible from Bellagio. If you are expert hikers and if you leave early in the morning you can travel the entire itinerary that starts from Griante. The ascent and descent will take the whole day. Click on the button more info
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From Bellagio, looking at the mountains on the other side of the lake, you can see a small church: the church of San Martino. A not too demanding itinerary that starts from Cadenabbia. Reaching Cadenabbia from Bellagio is very simple: just take the ferry and in 10 minutes you will reach the other side of
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The Pian del Tivano is about 25 km from the center of Bellagio. We recommend reaching the town by bus that goes from Bellagio to Nesso and then from Nesso to Pian del Tivano. The Mountain Community has identified a botanical itinerary that starts from Pian del Tivano, passing by Alpe Baracca (Azienda Agrituristica Valsecchi,