Como

Not Lake Como but the city of Como which is said to be the premier Italian city for weaving silk and fine wool. There are hundreds of mills in the surrounding region.

We decided not to drive as the lake road is awful but instead went a few miles and picked up the hydrofoil which zooms down the lake and makes the journey in less than an hour with the added advantage of having nice views all the way.

We went up on the funicular and admired the view then set about seeing the city which is very attractive. Not noticeably touristy, more a busy city getting on with its life.

View from the top of the funicular.

Early frescos in a church.

A wonderful fabric shop where I bought tweed and silk.

And a rose window