Gravedona

Gravedona is one of the most important centres in the northern part of Lake Como.

It is situated in an inlet at the mouth of the Valle del Liro, opposite the peninsula of Piona and Mount Legnone.

The town has conserved many historical and artistic testimonies of its past.

Gravedona is known for the Church of Santa Maria del Tiglio (12^th century), one of the most important monuments on the shores of the lake.

The aisled nave with tall galleries houses a 12th century wooden crucifix, a floor mosaic dating from the 6^th century and various 12^th – 14^th century frescoes.

It is also difficult not to notice Palazzo Gallio, which was built for Cardinal Tolomeo Gallio in the 15^th century on the site of an existing castle.