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Tag Archives: Argegno
An Expatriate’s Life on Lake Como
Paul Wright and his wife Nicola moved from England to Lake Como over thirty years ago. They have faced various challenges and tribulations over this time but have never regretted making that move. Paul has recorded the couple’s experiences in a trilogy of books available on Amazon. Continue reading
Posted in Art, Culture, Lake, People, Places of interest
Tagged Argegno, Art, bureaucracy, Como, expatriates, Lake Como, Moltrasio, murals, Paul Wright, proloco
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Overnight on the Via dei Monti Lariani
The Via dei Monti Lariani follows the border with Switzerland running along the crest of the mountains above the western shores of the lake. This walk is one stage along the 124km route with a one night stopover at the Rifugio Venini. Continue reading
Posted in Itineraries, Places of interest, Uncategorized, Walks
Tagged Argegno, Bellagio, Como, Hiking, Lake Como, Monte Crocione, Rifugio, tourism, Venini, Via dei Monti Lariani, Walks
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Argegno to Colonno
Argegno to Colonno. The hike from Argegno to Colonno via Pigra is one of the most scenic routes on the lake. Continue reading
Posted in Itineraries, Lake, Uncategorized, Walks
Tagged Alpette, Antica Strada Regina, Argegno, Camoggia, Colonno, Corniga, Hikes, Pigra, San Zeno, Walks, waterfalls
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Lords and Ladies of Misrule at Schignano
Schignano Carnival is unique, anarchic and genuine with a cast of characters that make it true street theatre. Continue reading
Posted in Art, Culture, Events, Folklore, Itineraries, Lake, Uncategorized
Tagged Argegno, artisans, Brut, carnival, Folklore, Mascarun, masks, Schignano, wood carving
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The Como Companion 