Faggeto Lario
Welcome to Faggeto Lario, the scattered municipality on the shores of Lake Como
If you are looking for a quiet place, immersed in the beauty of natural landscapes, where you can spend a relaxing holiday, then Faggeto Lario is the perfect place for you. Located on the shore of Lake Como in Lombardy, this scattered municipality of 1167 inhabitants takes its name from the beech forest that surrounds it.
The history of the Municipality of Faggeto Lario
The municipality of Faggeto Lario was created in 1928 by combining the municipalities of Molina (Faggeto Lario) and Palanzo in the municipality of Lemna. In the past, Molina had been annexed to the municipality of Torno and Lemna and Palanzo had been aggregated to the municipality of Pognana Lario. However, this decision was canceled by the Restoration.
The symbols of the Municipality of Faggeto Lario
The name of the municipality is inspired by the beech forest that surrounds it, while the stars that appear on the coat of arms represent the fractions of Palanzo, Lemna, and Molina, which gave rise to the municipality. The three peaks represent the surrounding mountains: Palanzone, Pizzo dell'Asino, and Bollettone.
Places of interest in the Municipality of Faggeto Lario
Religious architectures
The Church of San Giorgio in Lemna is a beautiful example of religious architecture. It dates back to the seventeenth century and has undergone significant architectural interventions over time. Inside, you can admire several paintings dating back to the eighteenth century, as well as three Mary-themed paintings attributed to Andrea Pozzo.
In Riva, instead, there is the Church of San Giuseppe, located near the Faggeto gorge.
In Molina
The Church of Santa Margherita, once a parish church, is equipped with a Romanesque bell tower dating back to the end of the eleventh century. The Church of Sant'Antonio Abate, on the other hand, was rebuilt in the seventeenth century on a previous Lombard Romanesque church.
In Palanzo
The Church of Sant'Ambrogio and the Church of Soldo are the main attractions of Palanzo.
Natural areas and archaeological sites
In the Municipality of Faggeto Lario, you can admire the remains of the castle of Palanzo and its watchtower, located in the upper part of the town. In Lemna, instead, you can see two Avello stones, one in the town center, transformed into a fountain basin, and the other accidentally destroyed by a construction site.
Conclusions
Faggeto Lario is a place that is definitely worth visiting, with its natural beauty and religious architectures that tell the history of the area. Enjoy the lake, the mountains, and the wonders hidden in the Municipality of Faggeto Lario.
