Como produces around 80% of Europes silk export and has been doing so since the fourteenth century when silk worms were first imported to Italy. As you would expect, fish is locally sourced and is available in nearly all restaurants on Lake Como. There is also some great hiking to be done in the mountains and hills around Como. Lake Maggiore is relatively close to Lake Como and many people choose to take a day trip here. Taking the journey to Lake Maggoire is very pleasant. While you are there you can visit the lakeside resort of Stresa and the regal Borromean Islands, all of which will just highlight the many jewels of Italy and the Como region. If you dont want to miss out on the jewels of the lake but dont fancy a day trip on a coach, you can also take a lake cruise. If you like the sunshine then you are best suited to go in the summer but whats great about Lake Como is that the heat is never too unbearable as a gentle breeze pulses in from the water which is both cooling and refreshing. It is Y shape with the northern branch having beginnings in Colico and the towns of Como and Lecco create the start for the other two branches making views of the lakes ideal from each end and the lake flows out at Colico and Lecco. There is a boat service that runs between the tree inter sections making it a beautiful base to explore the stunning scenery. Lake como is a lake of glacial form situated in Lombardy, in beautiful Italy. It is the third largest lake in Italy, coming after Lake Garda and Lake Maggiore. It is one of the deepest lakes in Europe and it is over 400 meters deep and at the bottom around 200 meters below sea level with it being fed by the Adda River. Lake como is the jewel in the crown of Italys famous lakes is a haven of tranquillity, majestic snow capped mountains in winter and wonderful water sports in summer superb cuisine and elegant style.
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