Is Villa Balbianello worth visiting?

The majority of people visiting Villa del Balbianello only come here for the gardens. And yes, it's totally worth it! The gardens are really pretty and very well-kept, and the views are spectacular. In addition, you can visit the loggia, which is the most impressive part of the villa anyway.



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Villa Balbianello – Lake Como, Italy Its most famous on-screen moment was certainly Padmé Amidala and Anakin Skywalker's secret wedding in Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones. While the creators digitally altered the villa's exteriors for the film, you can easily spot the balcony where Padmé and Anakin kiss.

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Many think that Lake Como is a good stop for a couple of nights and then they should move on but they are mistaken. 2-3 days are not enough to explore Lake Como and its surroundings! Lake Como is the perfect location for a longer stay – even a week or more – in Northern Italy.

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In general, with the exception of the Como area, swimming is possible in most of the lake. But be careful, because swimming in Lake Como is not without risk, mainly for two reasons: the water temperature is generally lower than that of the sea, and if you dive when it is very hot outside, your body may suffer.

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Villa Balbianello has been recently made very popular for two international movies. in 2002 it was chosen to be the villa of Star Wars Episode II, where the main characters fall in love. In 2006 it was the location set for the movie James Bond Casino Royale.

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