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Lake Maggiore, also known as Verbano, is Italy's second-largest lake, located along the southern edge of the Alps at the country's border with Switzerland. The lake, which was prominently featured in the Ernest Hemingway novel A Farewell To Arms, has inspired artists and writers for centuries due to its gorgeous surrounding mountain landscape. 11 islands are located within the lake, including the Borromean Islands archipelago, which is home to the beautiful Castles of Cannero rock formation and the remains of the Fortezza Vitaliana fortress. Nature lovers can visit the gorgeous Natural Park of the Ticino Valley, designated as a UNESCO biosphere reserve, or the region's stunning botanical gardens, including spacious VIlla Taranto. Outdoor recreational opportunities abound, ranging from golf courses to opportunities for boating, sailing, canoeing, and water sports on the lake's surface.
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