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Written May 22, 2004
Santa Maria Maggiore, dates back to the end of 15th century and has only one nave and five altars - we just peeped in through the door as it looked as if a weddiing rehersal was taking place.
Updated Aug 20, 2003
With the moat around the castle its not possible to walk around all the castle - it has to be seen from the lake to get the best view. The draw bridge however can be seen.
Updated Aug 19, 2003
Lake of Garda is a glacial lake rather long with beautiful banks.
There are several companies proposing cruises.
Written Jul 26, 2003
Do not search for a beach with fine sand in Sirmione. The shore is muddy but it is possible to have a decent bath on few beaches like that one.
So choose an accomodation with a pool.
Written Jul 26, 2003
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Do not search for a beach with fine sand in Sirmione. The shore is muddy but it is possible to have a decent bath on few beaches like that one.So choose an...
Q: Hi, I am scheduled to arrive at Milan Malpensa airport on Sunday morning, Sept. 18. I understand a train strike is scheduled from...

A: You can get a bus from Desenzano to Sirmione. The Brescia>Verona bus serves Desenzano & Sirmione....
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"Of all peninsulas, SIRMIONE, and of islands loved gem". So sang Catullus, the great Latin poet, two thousand years ago. Today, this enchanting lines are still valid, it is the jewel of the Lake...
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Sirmione is situated at he bottom end of Lake Garda and juts out into the lake on a thin peninsula. A Scaglieri castle dominates the town like so many other resorts on Lake Garda.
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I believe that Gorgeous George Clooney has a house in Sirmione on the shores of Lake Garda and, having just spent a week there, I am not even vaguelysurprised. The only thing that strikes me is that...
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A beauty and excellent company

Friday morning before the meeting, we had planned to visit the rest of the lake we did not had time the previous day (there is so much to see!!). We convinced Ali (Sachara) and Co to come with us...
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An absolutely charming pedestrian only town, accessed through a picturesque castle, and surrounded by the waters of Lake Garda. But… the town can be suffocated by the hordes of tourists that flock...
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