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From May 13 to May 17, in Brescia

1000 Miglia “La corsa più bella del mondo”

It was Enzo Ferrari who defined it “the world’s greatest road race”. And he was right.
80 years after inception the MM is now a world-renowned event, epitomising the passion people hold for cars - cars in the pursuit of adventure, excitement and discovery. The “Freccia Rossa” has become a symbol of that incomparable Brescia to Rome experience that will continue to be relived, each year, on every continent.

From June to August, in Verona

The Verona Arena (Arena di Verona)

Roman amphitheatre, is the biggest open air opera house in the world, which is internationally famous for the large-scale opera performances given there. It is one of the best preserved ancient structures of its kind. Once capable of housing 20.000 guests on a performance (now 15.000 because of safety reasons) it is a very interesting experience to visit and if you have the chance to go to a opera performance there We would surely recommend you doing so. It is only about 45 kilometers from Desenzano to Verona.

From April 18 2008 to December 31 2009, Lake of Garda

007 Quantum of Solace on Lake Garda

The towns on the shores of Lake Garda, Gargnano, Tremosine, Limone sul Garda, Torbole sul Garda and Malcesine, set the stage for a number of scenes in the new 007 film “Quantum of Solace”. This April, the road starting from the western “Gardesana” State road and snaking north to Tremosine (the “forra” or gorge called the “eighth wonder of the world” by Winston Churchill), the road linking the port of Tremosine with Limone sul Garda, the Gargnano tunnel and a section of the road between Tempesta Cape and Malcesine,were used for chase scenes starring James Bond’s famous Aston Martin.

up to February 8 2009: VanGogh draws and paintings

Brescia Museums: Santa Giulia, Pinacoteca, The Castle, The Capitolium

The City Museum, unique in its design and location - a monastic complex of Lombard foundation - and with display areas covering 14,000 sm., offers a journey through Brescia´s history, art and spirituality from prehistoric times to the present day. The Benedictine convent of San Salvatore - Santa Giulia was founded in 753 by the last Lombard king, Desiderius, and his wife Ansa and occupied a role of great religious, political and economic importance, which continued after the Lombard´s defeat by Charlemagne. According to tradition, the dramatic story of Ermengarda, ...

From April 3 2009 to October 4 2009, Gardone Riviera - Lake of Garda

Museum “Il Divino Infante”, HIKY MAYR collection

The first and only museum in the whole world with an extensive collection under the heading of the divine child.
Since November 19th 2005 a new jewel can be discovered in Gardone Riviera - the museum of Hiky Mayr, an art collector of German origin, who for over 35 years has been dedicating her life to the search, collection and restoration of sculptures representing Baby Jesus. The museum is located at a distance of only 500 meters from the “Vittoriale”, therefore it is easily possible to combine two very different and highly interesting visits to two museums.

From May to October, Garda Lake

The Island, San Felice del Benaco - Lake of Garda

The Island is situated on the Brescian side of Lake Garda, a short distance from San Felice del Benaco and it has been the expression of mysticism for centuries (St.Francis of Assisi founded a small community). Today it owes its fascination to the extraordinary Venetian neo-Gothic style villa, designed by the architect Luigi Rovelli at the beginning of the 20^th century; an imposing harmonious building, rich in surprising architectonic details. It boasts a beautiful 18^th century painting by Carlo Carloni. Below, the terraces and Italian gardens slope down to the lake...

September 27 2009, Lake Garda

International Lake Garda Marathon · [ video ]

The 3rd International Lake Garda Marathon will be held on the 27th September 2009
Thanks to the beneficial lake effect, the climate is mild, even in winter, and ideal for a relaxing vacation full of wellbeing. The Alto Garda area is famous for its almost Mediterranean climate and mild temperatures, even in the winter. While summer is perfect for athletes (especially windsurfing, sailing, climbing and mountain biking), winter is ideal for a relaxing vacation, immersed in the truly unique atmosphere created by the many lakes in the area. What’s more, many castles, palaces, and monuments in the area are of great artistic, architectural and historic value.

in September, Bogliaco of Gargnano - Lake Garda

The “Centomiglia” (100 Miles) Regatta on Lake Garda> · [ video ]

Every year during the first weekend of September the best known sailing regatta on Lake Garda, the Centomiglia (100 miles), takes place in Bogliaco. This is a unique spectacle which is well worth a trip.
Everybody knows the ideal conditions of the wind, typical of Garda lake. The waters of the lake do not welcome by accident prestigious sailing races; competitions of international importance, such as the Centomiglia boat race. A sail on the Garda lake is afterwards a privilege too: a sensational view is disclosed to both the capable yachtsman and the neophyte.

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