Green as Golf..how about the Lake Como District?
Lake Como is an enchanted place, mentioned among the most beautiful destinations in Europe. The area is characterized by picturesque landscapes, flowering gardens and rows of mountains reflected in the water’s lake. A portion of Lombardia to visit and live intensely, to the discovery of historic homes, botanical gardens, museums and palaces.
An infinite number of natural and artistic and fascinating natural heritage, where we suggest three experiences to enjoy. First, most obvious, are the villas of Lake Como: unique in the world for their architectural and landscape for the treasures they contain. The second, more hidden and cultured, is formed by the territorial concentration of Romanesque churches, a testimony to medieval brilliant and flourishing.
The third, more evocative and intriguing, is formed by the many military fortresses of different ages, with its stories and legends, that of a turbulent and adventurous past. Three artistic assets that offer the the Como for an artistic discover non-trivial, stimulating, easily accessible and of great cultural importance.
Among the points of interest of particular importance Comacina island, considered the Pompeii Como because in the former ancient city of Comacchio that was completely destroyed. Do not miss the historic gardens of Villa Carlotta, an ancient dwelling that covers an area of about 70,000 square kilometers. Between one activity and the other a refreshing break with traditional dishes, in a shelter, a farm or in one of the restaurants overlooking the lake. Looking for a Green spot? No doubt that you’ll find in Villa d’Este.
The course of Villa d’Este Golf Club was built in 1926 on the Como hills dominating the lake of Montorfano and in the suggestive and romantic perimeter of more than 30,ooo pinetrees, chestnut-trees and birchtrees, incomparable natural beauty, a corner of Paradise that has been and is one of the destinations of many refined golfers.
In the “Gold Book” of the Club there are prestigious signatures, like King Leopold of Belgium and Queen Liliane De Retby, their son Baldovino, Edward of England, Alfonso XIII of Spain, Costantino of Greece and most of the aristocratic names of Europe, without forgetting the popular names like Clark Gable and Bing Crosby.4 years ago with the renovation of several green and the addition of several bunkers. Very memorable experience!
