The Lake - Ascona - Locarno, Switzerland

The Swiss part of Lake Maggiore, surrounded by the towns Locarno, Brissago and further small villages, prides itself on its numerous and extraordinary nature  beauty spots.  Thanks to the enchanting flowers and plants from all 5 continents, the Botanical Garden of the Brissago Island is of major importance. Near the lakeshore and the centre of Locarno lies the Carmelia park with over 900 species of this beautiful flower, some of which very rare. Ont the opposite shore of the lake are located the natural reserve Bolle di Magadino, a refuge for different animal and plant species and, on the  hillside, the Park of  Gambarogno, with great views over the lake and mountains.

The towns on the lake are of historical and cultural importance, in the Citta' Vecchia, the old town of Locarno, you can visit several churches. Other important locations of Locarno are the Visconti Castle the Rivellino and the Sanctuary of Madonna del Sasso in Orselina.
In Ascona you can visit Monte Verita', the Museum of Modern Art and several art galleries located
along pedestrian alleys. In Brissago you will find the Tobacco Factory. You can reach these charming sights taking the comfortable and pleasant boats of the NLM company.
If you are a water lover you are in the right place, don't miss the opportunity to practice many different water sports and enjoy a refreshing swim at one of the wonderful beaches.

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