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The Roman town Garda
lies in an attractive panoramic cove, dominated by the the wooded Rocca
dominating the southern side of Lake Garda from which the
prisoner Queen Adelaide fled to Germany. The town has many fine villas
and gardens as well as Gothic and Renaissance buildings, some of which
are attributed to the architect Sanmicheli.
Garda
has over
60 hotels offering accommodation for over 4000 visitors. Free brouchers
can be obtained through the local tourist information office.
The Olive Riviera refers
to the 50km stretch of coves, bays and beaches that make up the southern
side of Lake Garda. The surrounding hillside are covered in olive
groves, lemon trees and the vineyards of the Valpolicella, Custoza and
Barolino vine. |
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GARDA
Garda lies two
thirds of the way down this side of the lake, and is
well noted for its historic centre where many
prehistoric artifacts from the lake have been placed on
exhibition.
Around the lake you
will also find , churches, sanctuaries,
fortresses, castles and museums. Apart from all these
attractions the town also has other activities to offer
from days out on the lake, to days strolling along the
promenade taking in some of the many lively cafés and
restaurant along the lakefront.
There are many nice shops here and the quaint narrow
streets have plenty of shops offering the finest Italian
leather and clothes at cheaper rates you would pay in
the UK for such top quality brands. |
