Top 15 places to see in Novara

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Walk in the village Orta

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Great Place : Even in winter, we were lucky with the weather despite the low temperatures to discover this charming little village. The hill with 20 chapels in Orta is worth the detour (better to be well shod) .Free parking during the holidays. Recommended!

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Rocca Borromeo di Angera, Borromeo Castle

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History : Rocca Borromeo di Angera, Borromeo Castle is a drop dead gorgeous castle that stands overlooking the tonn Angera. It is an awe-inspiring place and is definitely a must see for any architecture enthusiasts. A visit here is also a rich dive into history,

The Rocca Borromeo di Angera, or Rocca d'Angera, also called Borromeo Castle, is a castle that stan… [..]

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Isola San Giulio

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Magical Island : Isola San Giulio is one of the most wondrous sites in all of the world. This 120 meters wide island is magical to look at.The Basilica di San Giulio was a bit over rated, but I thoroughly enjoy my time on the island and the boat ride.

Isola San Giulio or San Giulio Island is an island within Lake Orta in Piedmont, northwestern Ital… [..]

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Chiesa di San Giulio

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Beautiful Place : The Basilica di San Giulio is a Roman Catholic church on the small Isola San Giulio in the center of Lake Orta, it has the status of a minor basilica. I feel like so blessed to be here, because the church full of history, and you feel mystery, you will see a saint body underground, like a movie.

The Basilica di San Giulio is a Roman Catholic church on the small Isola San Giulio in the center o… [..]

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Orta San Giulio

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Lovley Place : Read a book 'other people's secrets' and decided Orta was obviously a fictitious place. However googled it on impulse and when I realised it was for real I just had to visit! True hidden Italy that many tourists just won't ever find.

Orta San Giulio is a town and comune in the Province of Novara in the Italian region of Piedmont, … [..]

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Villa Crespi Relais et Chateaux

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Architecture: Villa Crespi Relais et Chateaux is a palace, now turned hotel. The architecture of the palace is richly detailed and amazing to look at from the outside. The scenic tall tower is especially appealing to look at. The insides is almost always crowded but worth a visit.

The Villa Crespi is a 19th-century Moorish revival-style rural palace, now hotel, located on Via G.… [..]

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Piazza Motta

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Splendid Place : This is the main hub of Orta. It's filled with restaurants and, the day we were there, an outdoor market. It's the place from which the ferry and private boats leave for Isola San Guilio. Great place to visit, recommended.

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Sacro Monte di Orta

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A Real Gem : UNESCO heritage along with the other Sacred Mountains. The buildings date back, with alternating phases, to the seventeenth century. Unique to represent the Franciscan chapter told in 20 chapels with statuary groups of fine workmanship of Crespi and Morazzone. Magnificent location overlooking the lake.

The Sacro Monte di Orta is a Roman Catholic devotional complex in the comune of Orta San Giulio o… [..]

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Sacred Mount

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A wonderful destination for those who appreciate Beautiful places: One does not need to be religious to appreciate the architectural beauty of this amazing place. A stroll through the park offers a striking view of the Lake Orta. The Sacred Mount is home to more than 20 chapels that are all interesting and intriguing in their beauty and elegance.

The Sacro Monte di Orta is a Roman Catholic devotional complex in the comune of Orta San Giulio o… [..]