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The landscape behind Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa has sparked endless debate, with some art historians suggesting the view was imaginary and idealised, and others claiming various links to specific Italian locations. Now a geologist and Renaissance art historian believes she has finally solved the mystery in one of the world’s most famous painting...

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Lake Como is glitzy, glamorous and engulfed by tourism. The third largest lake in Italy, it sees as many as 1.4 million visitors a year descend on its shores. The tourist numbers are proving overwhelming for the holiday hotspot in northern Italy, and one city is now considering introducing a tourist tax. Mayor of the lakeside city of Como Alessandr...

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The town of Bellagio basks in the spotlight as Lake Como’s crown jewel, but there’s a quieter haven across the lake, away from the masses, and it’s the perfect base to explore the extraordinary towns that lap Italy’s third-largest lake. Welcome to Lenno. A charming hamlet with a population of about 1800 some 20km northeast of Como, the closest trai...

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The delights of Italy are universal: clinking Negronis in Rome, spinning a Riva through Venice’s Grand Canal, island-hopping off the shores of Sicily, all interlaced with hefty doses of wine, mozzarella, and art. It’s this limitless allure that has travelers from all over the world descend on the boot with near insatiable fervency, and often all at...

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Discover Italy from a unique perspective with a memorable cruise. Our selection of the 10 best cruises in Italy brings together the most exclusive travel experiences the Bel Paese has to offer. Whether you are looking for a romantic getaway, an action-packed adventure or a relaxing family vacation, there is a cruise to Italy for you. From the charm...

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Nestled in the heart of the Lombardy region, Lake Como stands as a shimmering gem, captivating visitors with its picturesque landscapes, rich culture, and timeless allure. If you’re planning a trip to this Italian paradise, you’ll want to arm yourself with essential knowledge to make the most of your experience. Lake Como isn’t just a destination;...

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The list of The World's 50 Best Hotels has been announced at a captivating awards ceremony in London, and includes industry-defining hotels from 35 different locations across six continents worldwide. This long-awaited list is 50 Best's first foray into the travel space, and its first new global ranking since the launch of The World's 50 Best Bars...

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At the foot of the Italian Alps in the Northern Italian region of Lombardy, Lake Como and its surrounds has been renowned for centuries as a playground for VIPs, with its bounty of exclusive boutiques, yacht clubs, and villas set against innumerable fairytale villages. Yet it’s also been a source of inspiration for countless artists and intellectua...

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Imagine receiving a postcard picturing a beautiful village overlooking the calm and intense blue waters of a lake, surrounded by the majestic mountain landscape of the Alps foothills, the houses that stand out with their warm colors in contrast with the lush surrounding nature and, above all, an ancient bridge that connects two banks of the same to...

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Where better to spend your lake vacation than in Italy? Our peninsula has a significant number of lakes, to be precise we are talking about 1500, all with different characteristics. For your lake vacation in Italy, you can choose any destination: from north to south and you can even choose the region that most appeals to you. Preferring a lake vaca...

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