The site where the Virgin Mary appeared in Switzerland also gets 2,300 hours of sunlight each year and is found in Locarno, on the Northern part of Lake Maggiore. Locarno is known for its festivals, including the International Moon and Stars Festival, which celebrates international film but is most known for the Church of Madonna del Sasso, which Christians take pilgrimage to throughout the year. Locarno castle is also speculated to have been designed by Leonardo da Vinci. Other fun things to do in Locarno include bungee jumping at Verzasca Dam, walking or hiking at Lake Maggiore, or exploring the natural reserves. There is also outdoor recreation such as paragliding, rafting, canyoning, diving, sailing, and other watersports. During the winter, the hillside is covered in snow and a great place for skiing, snowboarding, and more.

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