17th September 2013. Italy - Lago Maggiore - Isola Madre - Isola Pescatori- Isola Bella
Places
that completed my opinion about Italy, Italian heritage, Italian
culture. I've seen Verona, Venice, Taormina, Agrigento, Rimini, Trieste
but what is hidden in this small place called Stresa, made me love this country even more.
Thanks
to Ana & Nicola, my dearest sister and brother-in-low, we spent a
day on this magical islands, part of the Borromean archipelago and home
to an
exotic garden of plants, birds and flowers - and this is how I imagine
Paradise. Only
an hour drive from Ascona, (where we were based) there is a place that
manage to impress me after all London's stunning Palaces, Luxury Hotels
buildings, private houses with extraordinary architecture.
Well... as the action speaks louder then words I'll rather share some photos :) :
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| On the way there, I wasn't sure what to expect... |
1st Stop: Isola Madre
The largest island of the Isole Borromee archipelago. The island is occupied by a number of buildings and architectural structures and is especially well known for its gardens.
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Couldn't resist not to sit on that grass..
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Dream House
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| White Peacock, stunning... |
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| The Palazzo Borromeo was built in the sixteenth century on the remains of the early church... | |
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| Private Theater... |
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| I think I could stand here forever... |
2nd Stop: Island of the Fishermen (Isola dei Pescatori)
A narrow street running along its spine is joined by cobbled alleys to the promenade that encircles the island. While the traditional occupation of fishing still exists—local restaurants providing a ready market for the fish.
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3rd Stop: Isola Bella
It is just gorgeous. Both, palace and gardens. Make sure you check the
forecast before you go. On a clear day the views are spectacular and if
you like photography, this is a dream come true.
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| Will be back... next post - California, US of A |
