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a million years ago, mantles of ice covered Northern Italy, with only the highest
peaks emerging. Mount San Primo was one such peak and today its tip is graced
with the town known as Bellagio. Throughout the ages, Bellagio has been desired
and occupied by many people and cultures. By the eighteenth century, Bellagio
was the most widely known retreat on the Lario and was gradually transfigured
into a series of resplendent gardens. By the twentieth century, grand resorts
and smaller palaces dominated the town. This jewel of the Larian region faces
snow-capped mountains, but is also blessed with a Mediterranean-like climate in
the summer. It's winding streets lead down to the beautiful Lake Como. Views from
the sky reveal a mosaic of blue lake water, orange terra cotta rooftops and green
lush vegetation. it has been said of Bellagio, "One can live without ever
experiencing Bellagio, but one cannot truly live well." | |
