Published: 10 May 2019 Edition: First Pages: 176 Size: 17.2 x 11.6 x 1.1cm
Weight: 200g Day walks in the Italian Lakes This guidebook describes 30 walks
around Lakes Como and Maggiore in Northern Italy. The routes range from 3 to
20km in length and are graded 1 to 3. There is something for everyone, from easy
leisurely strolls for first-time walkers to strenuous climbs up panoramic peaks.
The clear maps, inspirational photographs and information about accommodation
and public transport options help to make this guidebook an ideal companion to
exploring the exceptional scenery, views and culture of the Italian Lakes. A
basic English-Italian glossary is also included. Picturesque Lago Maggiore has
been working its magic on writers and visitors for centuries. Blessed with a
mild climate and delightful position close to the Alps, it attracts flocks of
admirers to its shores and islands adorned with sumptuous villas and gorgeous
ornamental gardens, a legacy of the late Renaissance. Ever magnificent, the
splendours of Lago di Como were broadcast by the likes of Pliny and Strabone
back in ancient Roman times. Overseas visitors are attracted by the breathtaking
scenery and romantic atmosphere, augmented by the host of villas and superb
gardens, where pretty camellias and rhododendrons spill over terraces.