Monte Isola also named Montisola is a charming town situated in the province of Brescia in the Lombardy region of Italy. It's known to be the largest Italian Island with a lake. Due to it's size and road construction, there are driving restrictions, access to drive is available only to public services and priests.
With it's charm Monte Isola also makes for a wonderful retreat and the ideal spot for activities mainly fishing. Connections to the Island is through ferry service; though driving is restricted there is a wonderful bike path which tourists can take advantage of. Monte Isola is also known as a walking town.. The panoramic view is defined as beautiful and characteristic, especially the climb from the village of Cure to the Madonna delle Ceriola Ceriola, which is situated among trees.
Ferries and boats depart from the town of Desenzano and cross the Lake Iseo to reach the Island. One of the main attractions is the beautiful view while crossing the lake and tranquility and relaxation come into feelings. One of it's unusual attraction is an odd rock formation, high above the lakeside town of Marone; a cluster of pyramids with a bizarre formation where erosion has left tall pinnacles surmounted by boulders. On the western lake shore are sheets of limestone that seem to plunge into the lake known as bongs of Casteo and Zorzino, definitely a picture moment.
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| Santuario della Madonna Delle Ceriola |
Walking your way to the Madonna della Ceriola is considered the main attraction of the Island, if you prefer not to climb your way , transportation is available by taking the bus to the small village of Cure, which is also known as the highest village of the Island.
The Santuario della Madonna ( sanctuary) dates back to the sixteenth century and you will encounter beautiful altars and statues. From the church you will experience one of the most beautiful views of the lake Iseo.
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