A Tourist Guide To The Italian Lakes

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