Lake Como

Lake Como, one of the most romantic places in Italy hands down, is a lake of glacial origin in Lombardy, Italy. It has an area of 146 square kilometers (56 sq mi), making it the third-largest lake in Italy, after Lake Garda and Lake Maggiore. It is the seventh deepest lake in Europe, and the deepest outside of Norway, at over 400 meters (1,300 feet); the lake's bottom is more than 200 meters (660 feet) below sea level.

Since Roman times, Lake Como has been a famous retreat for the aristocracy and wealthy, as well as a significant tourist attraction with numerous artistic and cultural gems. It has various villas and palaces such as Villa Olmo, Villa Serbelloni, and Villa Carlotta. Many prominent celebrities have had or still have residences on Lake Como's shoreline. The Huffington Post named it the most beautiful lake in the world in 2014, citing its microclimate and environment, as well as its prestigious mansions and villages.

Lake Como is a renowned tourist destination because of its landscapes, fauna, and spas. It is a site for sailing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing. This lake is thought to transcend everything I ever saw in splendor, with the exception of the arbutus islands of Killarney. It is long and thin, resembling a great river running through mountains and forests. Various farms in the area surrounding Lake Como produce items such as honey, olive oil, cheese, milk, eggs, and salamis. Visitors can locate a list of these farms and often make their purchases in person at the farm.

Location: Lombardy, Italy