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The gardens of the Italian Lakes are a favourite destination for garden lovers and groups. The gardens around Lake Como and Lake Maggiore, in the far north of Italy, are admired throughout the world for their beauty and variety in a magnificent natural location. This book sets out to become the standard work on these gardens as there is nothing of this kind on the market at the moment. It will appeal both to the specialist and enthusiast preparing for a visit. The common factor for all these gardens is their setting in this landscape of exceptional scenery. Lake Como is a deep lake hemmed in like a fjord by towering mountains. Lake Maggiore has more the character of an inland sea, with ferries crossing to the famous island gardens for an afternoon in another world. Both lakes are lined with the towers, villas and grand hotels that speak of a complex history including key events in Italy's struggle to achieve nationhood, inspiration for a string of illustrious writers and composers, and a long line of distinguished visitors. The gardens include: Villa Melzi, Bellagio: an early 19th-century romantic park on the lake shore Villa Carlotta, Cadenabbia: a terraced 17th-century property with woodland Villa del Balbianello, Lenno: a famously picturesque loggia Villa D'Este, Cernobbio: a 16th-century cascade garden with royal connections Villa Cicogna Mozzoni, Bisuschio: an intact 16th-century villa garden Villa Della Porta Bozzolo, Casalzuigno: a rural baroque garden Isola Bella, Stresa: a well-known island garden Isola Madre, Stresa: an island retreat of flowers and birds Villa San Remigio, Pallanza: an Edwardian garden made by two lovers Villa Taranto, Pallanza: one of the world's great woodland gardens

A highly illustrated guide to Milan & the Lakes in the DK Eyewitness Top 10 Travel series

Get closer to Milan and the Lakes with DK Eyewitness Boat trips around Lake Maggiore. Long evening dinners at lively trattorias. Leonardo da Vinci's timeless masterpieces. Milan and the Lakes are a must-visit, with much to see and do. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK Eyewitness travel guide is the perfect companion. With a brand-new design, beautiful new photography, and new inspirational content, this fully updated guide brings Milan and the Lakes to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide. You'll find trusted travel advice, expert-led insights, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations, which take you inside the city's buildings and neighborhoods. You'll discover: Our pick of Milan and the Lake's must-sees and top experiences Beautiful photography and detailed illustrations, taking you to the heart of Milan and the Lakes The best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay Detailed maps and walks that make navigating the region easy Easy-to-follow itineraries Expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe Color-coded chapters to each part of Milan and the Lakes A lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you go Travelling around Italy? Try DK Eyewitness Italy. DK is the world's leading illustrated reference publisher, producing beautifully designed books for adults and children in over 120 countries.

Drawing on the same standards of accuracy as the acclaimed DK Eyewitness Travel Guides, DK Top 10 Milan & The Lakes uses exciting photography and excellent cartography to provide a reliable and useful travel guide in ebook format. Dozens of Top 10 lists provide vital information on each destination, as well as insider tips, from avoiding the crowds to finding out the freebies, The DK Top 10 Guides take the work out of planning any trip.

DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Milan & The Lakes will lead you straight to the very best this region has to offer. Whether you're looking for things not to miss at the Top 10 sights or want to find the top place to eat, this guide is the perfect companion, taking the best of the printed guidebook and adding new eBook-only features. Rely on dozens of Top 10 lists--from the Top 10 museums to the Top 10 events and festivals. There's even a list of the Top 10 ways to avoid the crowds. The guide is divided by area, each with its own photo gallery and clear maps pinpointing the top sights. You also can view each location in Google Maps if reading on an Internet-enabled device. Plan each day with our itineraries and see the sights in individual areas. You'll find the insider knowledge you need to explore every corner with DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Milan & The Lakes, now with a sleek new eBook design.

Now available in PDF format. DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Milan & the Lakes will lead you straight to the best attractions this region in Italy has to offer. The guide includes unique illustrated cutaways, floor plans, and reconstructions of the city's stunning architecture, along with 3-D aerial views of the key districts to explore on foot. You'll find detailed listings of the best hotels, restaurants, bars, and shops for all budgets in this fully updated guide, plus insider tips on everything from where to find the best markets and nightspots to which attractions appeal most to children. DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Milan & the Lakes shows you what other guidebooks only tell you.

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Italy’s ‘second city’ oozes culture and style — Milan has exquisite architecture, world-class museums, chic boutiques, bustling markets and trendy night spots – and all of this within striking distance of the tranquility of the Italian lakes. Your DK Eyewitness Top 10 travel guide ensures you’ll find your way around Milan and the Lakes with absolute ease. Our newly updated Top 10 travel guide breaks down the best of Milan and the Lakes into helpful lists of ten — from our own selected highlights to the best museums, places to eat, shops and festivals. You'll discover: · Nine easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day-trip, a weekend, or a week · Detailed Top 10 lists of Milan’s must-sees, including detailed descriptions of Leonardo’s Last Supper, Milan’s Duomo, Pinacoteca di Brera, Castello Sforzesco, Pinacoteca Ambrosiana, Sant’Ambrogio, Navigli, Isole Borromee, Bergamo and Mantua · Milan and the Lakes’ most interesting areas, with the best places for shopping, dining, and sightseeing · Inspiration for different things to enjoy during your trip – including children’s attractions, things to do for free and hidden gems off the beaten track · Street-smart advice: get ready, get around, and stay safe Looking for more on Milan’s culture, history and attractions? Try our DK Eyewitness Italy.