Sunday 11 June 2023

Day trip to Como, Bellagio and Menaggio

We took an organised day tour to Como, Bellagio and Menaggio. It was an efficient way to get around, and the guide was excellent. 

Pretty scenery. Many mansions.  Lovely gardens. Much conspicuous wealth.








This gelato shop wins the prize for the best name

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