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Como and Contraband – A Romanticised Legacy?

Posted on August 30, 2016 by comocompanion

The geological layout of Como tends to conceal the fact that it is definitely a border town. That is until political factors, such as the recent Swiss clamp-down on refugee entries, remind us of its physical location. And when those … Continue reading →

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European Opera Days at Como

Posted on May 5, 2016 by comocompanion

The Teatro Sociale in Como is proud to be the first Italian opera house to participate in the annual European Opera Days which this year are held from 6 – 8th May. Now in its tenth year, this initiative, organised … Continue reading →

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Cycling and Sustainability – NOW and the Future

Posted on May 4, 2016 by comocompanion

This weekend, from Friday to Sunday, the NOW Festival, (a series of workshops, presentations, concerts and other varied events on the theme of a sustainable future) takes place in Villa Erba, Cernobbio. Many if not most of the events will … Continue reading →

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Announcing the birth!

Posted on March 28, 2016 by comocompanion

Welcome to The Como Companion.  This site will grow into a newsletter in English for residents and visitors to Como, its lake and surroundings. Congratulations to those of you who join us from the start – I am certain you … Continue reading →

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