Verbania. Pallanza
Pubblicato : Dimanche, 17 décembre, 2023 - 11:24
In reality, Verbania is more a union of four municipalities (Pallanza, Intra, Fondotoce and Suna) and several hamlets than a real municipality. One of these, Pallanza, is a town of rare beauty, with its historic buildings and panoramic views of Lake Maggiore. Amidst baroque palaces and villas dating from the 1700s and 1800s, the lakeside promenade stretches majestically with a beautiful view of the Isola Madre and the small island of San Giovanni, a prized site owned by the Borromeo family but not open to the public.
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Baveno
Pubblicato : Samedi, 16 décembre, 2023 - 17:21
Situated between Stresa and Verbania, pretty Baveno is in danger of being forgotten among the many tourist attractions of its illustrious neighbours. However, this pleasant village enjoys an equally beautiful view of the lake and the islands, as well as a pleasant lakeside promenade, both for the care taken in its construction and for the relaxing atmosphere, far from the hustle and bustle. Similarly, the small centre also enjoys various attractions, above all the square stone Church of Saints Gervasius and Protasius.
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Stresa. Villa Ducale
Pubblicato : Samedi, 16 décembre, 2023 - 11:52
Also known as Palazzo Bolongaro, it is the oldest historical villa in Stresa, having traces of its existence as far back as 1771. In the mid-19th century, it became the holiday residence of the Duchess of Genoa, Elisabeth of Saxony, wife of Carlo Alberto's second son. Since then it began to be called Villa Ducale and became a meeting place for European nobility. Today it is home to the International Centre for Rosminian Studies, with a museum dedicated to the philosopher and an important library.
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Stresa. Parco Pallavicino
Pubblicato : Vendredi, 15 décembre, 2023 - 16:20
In the 18 hectares surrounding Villa Pallavicino one can make wonderful encounters. Spectacular flora ranges from centuries-old chestnut trees and lyriodendrons, among the oldest in Italy, to red beeches, maples, sequoias, magnolias and the grandiose cedar of Lebanon. The starring role is played by the animals, with more than 50 species housed, many of which are free to come into contact with humans, especially smaller visitors, but also rarer and more exotic encounters, such as zebras or kangaroos.
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Stresa. Villa Pallavicino
Pubblicato : Jeudi, 14 décembre, 2023 - 18:30
Of the many precious historical residences in Stresa overlooking Lake Maggiore, the starring role is played by Villa Pallavicino. Built in the second half of the 19th century in accordance with the artistic and landscape canons of the time, it was surrounded by a gigantic English-style garden, more than 15 hectares in size. In 1956 the Pallavicino family decided to transform the wonderful garden into a wildlife park, which is one of the most visited attractions around Lake Maggiore every year.
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Stresa. City centre
Pubblicato : Jeudi, 14 décembre, 2023 - 13:23
As enraptured as one is by the views of Stresa's lakefront, it would be a real loss not to wander through the narrow streets of the old town centre, full of bars, ice-cream parlours and small shops. The relaxing and above all pedestrianised town centre of Stresa, located behind the pier, comprises a limited number of narrow streets around the small Piazza Cadorna, a triangular space enriched by gazebos and café tables, where one can enjoy a drink or a cool ice cream in peace.
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Stresa. Lakeside
Pubblicato : Mercredi, 13 décembre, 2023 - 17:31
Along the shores of Lake Maggiore, many towns can boast their own picturesque lakeside promenade. That of Stresa, with its parade of historic palazzi, villas and luxurious hotels with a great history of illustrious guests and personalities, is probably the most aristocratic of all lakeside promenades. Thanks, of course, also to its enviable location, right opposite the spectacular Borromean Islands and in an optimal position to enjoy both the Borromean Gulf inlet and the rest of the lake.
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Isola Madre
Pubblicato : Vendredi, 8 décembre, 2023 - 18:18
Anyone who thinks that the palace and garden on this island are a copy of those on Isola Bella cannot be further from the truth. In fact, this garden is unique for its unique plant essences that come from all over the world. The park is in the English style and offers shady avenues as well as stunning and unprecedented views. The palace offers a fascinating fresco of 16th and 17th century courtly life with its collection of porcelain and liveries, family paintings and four-poster beds.
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