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Katya & Diego from Florida to Lake Como wedding, Villa d’Este Cernobbio, Daniela Tanzi lake Como wedding photographer Lake Como Italy, shooting wedding on lake Como, Villa d’Este and lake Boat on Lake Como As Daniela Tanzi wedding photographer Lake Como Italy, I often photograph intimate weddings, elopements. This time from Florida Katya and Diego wanted to say their yes on Lake Como in the beautiful and famous Villa d’ Este Lago di Como, an elegant and luxurious villa known throughout the world. It was an intimate and romantic ceremony near the Gazebo at Villa d’Este Lago di Como. The couple then after the photo session in the gardens of Villa d’Este Lago di Como decided to take a boat and take a tour of Lake Como to immortalize with photographs their union of newlyweds. The wedding event was very moving. Lake Como offers beautiful scenery. I am very happy to live on Lake Como, I can help many couples who want to get married and give many suggestions on Lake Como, villas and locations. Katya & Diego from Florida to Lake Como wedding, Villa d’Este Cernobbio, Daniela Tanzi lake Como wedding photographer Lake Como Italy, shooting wedding on lake Como, Villa d’Este and lake Boat on Lake Como. The quintessential venue for exclusive summits and events Since 1873, Villa d’Este has been considered the destination par excellence for summit events and exclusive events of international importance. Its timeless buildings, surrounded by the beauty of Lake Como, are in fact a combination of classic charm and modernity, history and sophisticated technology. All the rooms are embellished with natural light and can enjoy unrivaled privacy for events with impeccable success. The magnificent gardens surrounding Villa d’Este represent one of the most harmonious and evocative examples of Baroque scenography in Lombardy and Italy. However, in the 25-acre park there are also other styles: Renaissance, picturesque and romantic. The countless varieties of plants make it a genuine botanical garden. Therefore, every season has individually brilliant scents and colors. The park is part of the Great Italian Gardens, an association which gathers the most significant botanical treasures of Italy. Katya & Diego from Florida to Lake Como wedding, Villa d’Este Cernobbio, Daniela Tanzi lake Como wedding photographer Lake Como Italy, shooting wedding on lake Como, Villa d’Este and lake Boat on Lake Como Lake Como, with its total surface area of 146 square kilometres, is the third largest lake in Italy after Lakes Garda and Maggiore. The lake is of glacial origin and it plunges to a depth of 410 metres (approx. 1,345 feet) making it the deepest lake in Europe. Lake Como is shaped like an inverted Y and therefore has three distinct branches: to the north the Colico branch, to the south east the Lecco branch and to the south west the most famous branch, that of Como. Lake Como boasts the longest perimeter of all the lakes due to this distinctive upside down Y shape – a total of 171 kilometres. The lake is surrounded by mountains with the highest peak being Mt.Legnone (approx. 8,600 feet high) which dominates the town of Colico at the northern tip of the lake. The most important river is the Adda which is also the lake’s only outlet. It leaves the lake at Lecco, at the far tip of the south eastern branch of the lake, flowing into the smaller lakes of Garlate and Olginate before heading south of Milan to join the River Po. Travelling along the south-western coastline (the busiest coastline on the lake) from Como, the first important village you encounter is Cernobbio where there are several important and luxurious villas such as Villa D’Este, Villa Erba and Villa Il Pizzo. Heading further north you come across Lake Como’s only island, the Isola Comacina, nowadays uninhabited but in bygone times an important centre on the lake. The small church is dedicated to St.John. The island is lit up by a spectacular firework display every year on the Saturday following St.John’s day (24th June). Further north is the village of Giulino Mezzegra where Benito Mussolini was shot followed by the villages of Tremezzo, Cadenabbia and Griante. Cadenabbia was the spot chosen by the German chancellor Konrad Adnhauer for his annual vacation. Across the shores from Menaggio, is Varenna where “Fiumelatte”, considered to be the shortest river in Europe flows. Leonardo da Vinci wrote about the Fiumelatte in his Atlantic Code as “Fiumelaccio” – he was baffled by the fact that this river flows for just a few weeks of the year, in springtime. From Varenna the south-eastern branch flows towards Lecco, a town made famous by Alessandro Manzoni, an important Italian novelist who wrote the “Promessi Sposi” (The Betrothed), a love story set on the shores of Lake Como. This part of the lake is not as popular as the rest of the lake and has several pebbly beach areas. In the central area of Lake Como, at the point where the chain of mountains that separate the south eastern branch from the south western one ends, is Bellagio, the “Pearl of Lake Como”. Bellagio has been described as one of the prettiest villages in Europe with its characteristic cobbled alleyways and steps adorned with shops, bars and restaurants as well as the fabulous Villas Melzi and Villa Serbelloni (property of the Rockfeller Foundation since 1959). Returning to Como from Bellagio you come across some interesting villages such as Nesso with its spectacular waterfall and the bridge of the Civera, then Torno with the Villa Pliniana. The capital town of Como appears majestically before your eyes as you leave the characteristic village of Blevio. Campione d’Italia is a small Italian enclave in Swiss territory, south of the Ticino region with 3,000 inhabitants. 7 kms from Lugano, the capital town of the lake. Campione d’Italia is officially under the Province of Como and has a lovely lakeside promenade as well as some beautiful little churches. Via Regina, 40, 22012 Cernobbio – Italiatel. +39 031 3481   info@villadeste.it

As a photographer of Lake Como, Daniela Tanzi, lake Como Wedding photographer (and not only), I often photograph couples on honeymoon or elopement or engagements on Lake Como. I suggest for beautiful photos and romantic moments the gardens of Villa Melzi in Bellagio. At the gardens of Villa Melzi in Bellagio Lake Como, you will find many plants, walks near the lake, green lawns, a beautiful Temple, bamboo plants for beautiful photos. The hills around are reflected in Lake Como creating a suggestive panorama. Here below you can observe some of my works that I have created as Daniela Tanzi photographer in the gardens of Villa Melzi in Bellagio, weddings, engagement, honeymoon, elopement, small weddings just for two. It is also possible to book a boat near Villa Melzi for photos for romantic weddings, romantic getaways, engagements, small weddings for two Villa Melzi in Bellagio, weddings, engagement, honeymoon, elopement, small weddings just for two Daniela Tanzi, lake Como Wedding photographer All the information you need to plan a visit to the Gardens of Villa Melzi, Bellagio The Gardens of Villa Melzi will be open every day from 10:00am to 7:00pm starting from Saturday 23 March 2024. Tickets must be purchased at entrance of the Gardens and they are valid for the Museum and the Chapel. info@giardinidivillamelzi.it Payment at the ticket office can be made by cash, debit card, credit card or bank transfer. Services available in the Gardens Almost all of the Gardens area is accessible to visitors with limited mobility. The Gardens Staff is available to offer access support for the areas without facilitated access (Museum, Chapel). There are toilets for visitors with disabilities. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with us regarding any doubts you have and to plan your visit, we will be happy to do everything necessary to make your time with us as pleasant as possible. Comfortable shoes and clothing are recommended. Dogs are welcome in the Gardens, but must be kept on a leash, and we remind dog owners to come prepared to dispose of all droppings themselves. Bicycles and scooters are not allowed in the Gardens. Visitors will find a number of restaurants and cafes at an easy walking/driving distance from the Gardens. Villa Melzi in Bellagio, weddings, engagement, honeymoon, elopement, small weddings just for two Daniela Tanzi, lake Como Wedding photographer Private events The Gardens may not be hired for private events such as weddings, ceremonies, or parties. it’s not possibile to use the drone.It is possible, by prior agreement with the Management and to book professional photoshoots for private purposes;  The amount is 300.00 euros (three hundred euros) . This amount is not valid for ceremonies. Photoshoots for commercial purposes must be organised and agreed upon with the Management. Download the form here and send it to info@giardinidivillamelzi.it  All photographers must collect an identification badge at the ticket offices, which must be visible for the entire duration of their service within the Garden. The interior of the Villa is not accessible to the public. Villa Melzi in Bellagio, weddings, engagement, honeymoon, elopement, small weddings just for two Daniela Tanzi, lake Como Wedding photographer Thematic and guided tours The educational services of the Gardens of Villa Melzi are organised in collaboration with The World of Tels of Pavia and The Original History Walks®: thematic tours in Italian and English and creative workshops for individuals and groups. Please take a look at this web page for the list of activities available for bookings on personalised dates and times, or send us an email for special requests. Guided tours of the Gardens, including also the family Chapel and the new and fascinating Napoleonic Museum, last about 60/75 minutes and cost 85,00 euros + 2,00 euros tax stamp for up to 14 people; for groups of 15 people or more, 110,00 euros + 2,00euros tax stamp. the tour must be paid via wire transfer within 5 days from date of the tour and the guide will provide a regular tax-withheld receipt.To book your tour of the Gardens please write to visite@giardinidivillamelzi.it  The interior the villa, which is still a private residence, is not open to visitors. Local guides can also be booked for half-day or full-day tours including the Gardens and the historical centre of Bellagio or other locations and villas in the nearby area; prices as follows: – 1 guide for up to 3 hours: 190,00 euros– 1 guide for up to 4 hours:  225,00 euros– 1 guide for 5 to 7 hours: 320,00 euros For local guides, too, payment can by made by cash at the ticket office on the day of the tour. To book a visit with a local guide, please write to ritaannunziatabellagio@gmail.com Villa Melzi in Bellagio, weddings, engagement, honeymoon, elopement, small weddings just for two Daniela Tanzi, lake Como Wedding photographer How to get here By carFrom Como, follow the directions for strada statale SS583 in the direction of Bellagio.From Lecco, follow the directions for strada statale SS583-SP583 in the direction of Bellagio.Parking can be found in the vicinity of the Gardens on Lungolario Manzoni road, or in the neighbouring village of Loppia, just a short walk away.For more information about parking click here By trainTrains leave Zurich Main Station every hour for Como.If you are coming from Milan, on the other hand, you can choose the Milano-Como-Bellagio leg leaving from Milano Centrale or the Milano-Como leg from the Stazione Forrovie Nord for Como, and then take a bus or a ferry for Bellagio. By bus or ferryTo reach Bellagio from Como, you have two options:1. From Piazzale della stazione (Station Square) in Como you can take one of the frequent buses for Bellagio (there are 10 departures per day).2. From Como train station you can reach the ferry terminal in ten minutes. From there you can take one of the frequent ferries or hydrofoils for Bellagio. Contacts  Address: Lungo Lario Manzoni, 22021 Bellagio (CO)Telephone: +39 031 950318 – +39 333 487742Email: info@giardinidivillamelzi.it – visite@giardinidivillamelzi.it  Instagram: @giardinidivillamelzi Villa Melzi in Bellagio, weddings, engagement, honeymoon, elopement,