Residence L'Ulivo, Lake Como

Advantages: nice scenery & architecture, fine cuisine, great shops, very relaxing place
Disadvantages: nothing REALLY spectacular in a country full of attractions

...Just a few miles south of the Swiss border, Como is the first town in Italy. Very different in style and culture to Italy's thriving cities, Mediterranean holiday resorts and antique sights, Como exudes the mild charm of Lombardy region. I was a bit surprised myself when I realised that I hadn't written anything yet on Ciao about one of my favourite countries, Italy. So when famous Ciaoer ConnaisseurHaggler said she was going to nearby Milano two weeks ago, I decided it was time I introduced the northern Italian region of Lombardy, and its pearl, Como. Como is two things in one - the city of Como, and the Lago di Como (lake). It is not really a holiday destination for itself, but a place which you shouldn't miss when you are nearby. 1) Como is ideal for a day trip or weekend getaway from Milan, if you want to escape hectic life... Read review

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Advantages: the Lake Como is one of the most beautiful places in Italy and Como is a very good place to buy silk products
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...Como is a beautiful town, of approximately 80.000 inhabitants, located on border of the Lario, the ancient name of the Lake Como. Lake Como, one of the most romantic places in Italy, is the third largest lake in Italy, after Garda Lake and Lake Maggiore. Lake Como is located 25 miles north of Milan. Como and Milan are connected by bus and train. The city of Como is a center of artistic and cultural importance, combined with important industrial and commercial activity, and is famous for the production of precious silk, exported throughout the world. In Como there are many attractions and you find many museums and historical sites to visit. The most important touristic attractions are in the so called "Città Murata", the historic center of Como: square San Fedele with the famous Dôme, a splendid Cathedral of the Renaissance age... Read review

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Advantages: Not far from Milan
Disadvantages: None

...Como is situated at the end of the Lake of Como, surrounded by high mountains. It is not far from Milan and it well linked to it by bus and train, with Ferrovie Nord, a privately owned company. You may want to go to Como to see the lake, the town iteself is worth a quick visit. In summer you can bath somewhere in the lake, if you have a car and can go along the shoreline. You can also go to the mountains or the near Switzerland, as many locals do, to buy cheaper petrol, chocolate and cigarettes. tHERE IS A NICE VILLA IN cOMO YOU CAN VISIT, BUT i DO NOT REMMEmber the name, but you should find it on any guide book.... Read review

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