| The classic holiday would be a beach resort | | | | involved the redevelopment of historic |
| or skiing package. However, for those | | | | Italian Features. This was seen in the arts |
| looking for something a bit different, why | | | | and architecture of the Lake District area. |
| not try the Lake District in Northern Italy. | | | | The city of Milan has a great influence on |
| The lakes of Como, Maggiore and Garda are | | | | the lakes due to its close proximity. |
| renowned for their outstanding natural beauty | | | | |
| and incredible scenery. There are plenty of | | | | Sights and Attractions |
| historic towns scattered along the shores of | | | | |
| the lakes. All are characteristic of the | | | | The main features of the area are obviously |
| area with shuttered ochre houses, cobble | | | | the magnificent lakes, especially those of |
| streets and small churches. | | | | Como, Maggiore and Garda. There are various |
| | | | excursions on each of the lakes that are |
| Travelling There | | | | worth a look such as the steam cruise on Lake |
| | | | Como and visits to the stunning gardens on |
| The three airports that are nearby and offer | | | | shores of the lakes. If you like historic |
| transfers are Milan Bergamo, Brescia and | | | | towns and villages then take a drive through |
| Verona. You can also get there with ease by | | | | the mountains as they are riddled with |
| rail and bus so travelling there should be a | | | | beautiful little towns. |
| simple choice. | | | | |
| | | | Shopping in the Area |
| Accommodation | | | | |
| | | | There are plenty of little shops that are |
| There are many forms of accommodation in the | | | | unique to the area. Weekly outdoor markets |
| area from hotels to bed and breakfasts, which | | | | are popular and have plenty of nice items to |
| is the most common option. When choosing a | | | | look through including jewellery, leather and |
| hotel, be sure to not take any notice of the | | | | ceramics. Paintings are also a common |
| star ratings as most of the on and two star | | | | purchase from these markets as there are some |
| hotels are of excellent quality. However, if | | | | great galleries to browse. |
| you are after class there are certain luxury | | | | |
| hotels that offer the highest qualities. | | | | Dining |
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| History of the Area | | | | The towns in the Lake District have plenty of |
| | | | dining options that suit all tastes. The |
| Italian history is vast and heavily linked | | | | most common eating establishments are the |
| with the Roman Empire as is the Lake District | | | | restaurants an pizzerias however be sure to |
| area that remained with the Empire until its | | | | check the price on the menus before entering |
| collapse. The Italian Renaissance that | | | | to assure they are within your budget. |
| occurred during the 14th and 15th centuries | | | | |