Como
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See | July 2009
Take the boat across the lake to Bellagio, a picturesque village with winding backstreets and elegant villas to explore. Tour some of the lavish gardens or relax at an ice cream parlour down on the promenade, overlooking shimmering blue waters.
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Visit | July 2009
A precipitous funicular railway connects Como with Brunate, a hilltop village where you can see for miles on a clear day. Visit churches like the baroque Chiesa di San Andrea or trek off on one of the many shaded mountain trails.
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This family-run three-star is set in a 19thcentury villa and has wonderful touches throughout. Spacious rooms, a lakeside pool and a fantastic breakfast terrace (pictured) make this a perfect base.
Address: 30 VIA REGINA, TREMEZZO. | Tel: +39 034 440 427
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Locals pack around tiny wooden tables in this cosy taverna/pizzeria, whose décor is decidedly Spanish. Located just off Piazza Volta, it specialises in delicious thin-crust pizzas, meaty Italian dishes and its own sizzling trademark paella.
Address: VIA GRASSI. | Tel: +39 031 272 460
