Sightseeing in Como - what to see. Complete travel guide

City central square, Cavour Square, has witnessed the most important events in city history. Nowadays it hosts events and fairs and the majority of tours start there. Church of Santa Maria …
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Como suits not only for those who love to visit cultural attractions, but also for those who can’t imagine their rest without visiting entertainment places. There are some beautiful …
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1. It’s recommended to exchange currency in the banks, as they offer the most favorable rate. However, it is worth considering that the working day in banks is quite short. They open …
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One of the most significant religious attractions of Como can be said to be Piazza San Fedele. There, is a beautiful church with the same name. The very first early Christian church in this place was built in the 7th century. Significant changes took place in the church in the second half of the 10th century. In 964, the remains of the famous Roman officer San Fedele, who converted to Christianity, were transferred here. This contributed to the beginning of the reconstruction of the basilica. To date, it retained some of the unique elements of interior design, which were created in the 16th century.

Ladies should definitely visit Azalea store located in Bellagio. In this beautiful and popular store, they are offered a huge selection of luxurious cashmere and silk shawls. Here you can …
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Como and surroundings
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Survived castles around Como
♥ Castle 'Castello Baradello' Como, 1.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Pontegana Castle' , 6.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Tradate Castle' Tradate, 17.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castiglione Olona Castle' Castiglione Olona, 18 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Torba Tower' Gornate Olona, 19.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castello Baradello' Como, 1.8 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Pontegana Castle' , 6.4 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Tradate Castle' Tradate, 17.2 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Castiglione Olona Castle' Castiglione Olona, 18 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Torba Tower' Gornate Olona, 19.3 km from the center. On the map


National and city parks around Como
♥ World Heritage Site 'Monte San Giorgio' , 15.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale della Val Grande' , 56.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ World Heritage Site 'Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch' , 108.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ World Heritage Site 'Monte San Giorgio' , 15.6 km from the center. On the map


♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale della Val Grande' , 56.3 km from the center. On the map


♥ World Heritage Site 'Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch' , 108.3 km from the center. On the map


Sights around Como from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Basilica di San Lorenzo
From the series “Monuments of Byzantium: the most famous buildings”
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Distance from Como center - 39.8 km.
Several symbolic monuments are installed next to the basilica. A series of antique columns is the most unusual element of the surrounding area. They are preserved fragments of ancient Roman buildings. These columns were part of the baths in the 3rd century AD. The Basilica of St Lawrence has lost almost half of its values and original design elements for more than a thousand years of existence. A beautiful fresco has been preserved on the wall behind the main altar. Visitors can also see an ancient sculpture of Padre Pio. Its age is more than a thousand years. The painting under the dome was made already in the Middle Ages. But it continues to be considered a true work of art. …
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Duomo di Milano
From the series “15 Unofficial Man-Made Wonders of the World”
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Distance from Como center - 39.3 km.
The cathedral is so great that it can accommodate up to 40 000 people. About 3 400 beautiful statues decorate a hall. The main symbol and the gem is the golden statue of Madonna, the patron saint of Milan. Paintings on walls and a ceiling of the cathedral require special attention. Some of them were created by the outstanding artist, Simone da Orsenigo. The roof of the cathedral has the great viewing platform that offers a spectacular view of the historic streets of Milan. …
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