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Popular Best Things to Do in Canton of Ticino [2025]
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Lake Lugano
4.7
/5
6 reviews
5.7
Based on 3,655 reviews
40.6 km from downtown
Phone +41912221111
Address: Lugano Switzerland
Highlights:
Perfect for swimming, boating & fishing
Swim, boat & fish lakeside
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The lake view of Lugano is so breathtaking! Can’t wait to go back again!
Lake Lugano, with an area of 49 square kilometers, is long and narrow in the shape of an S. The middle of the lake is in Switzerland, and most of the two ends are in Italy.
The lake surrounds the old town of Lugano, like a piece of glass jade; the Lugano fountain nestles on the lakeside, and the 60-meter-high water column is covered with rainbows and soars into the sky; the wide lake surface is sparkling, large boats and small boats are cruising through the waves, and big geese and little ducks are playing happily...
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Swiss Alps
4.7
/5
3 reviews
5.1
31.3 km from downtown
Phone 80010020029
Address: 6780 Airolo, Switzerland
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 day
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Dolomites' Twin Wonders: The Fairyland of the Blade and Sawtooth Mountains
In the Dolomites, nestled at the southern foot of the Alps, lie two breathtaking landscapes imbued with natural beauty: the Secede and Geusker Mountains. Their jagged rock formations and shifting colors of light and shadow bring the image of a "fairyland on earth" to life.
The Secede Mountains, aptly named, resemble their shape. Rising over 2,500 meters, their peaks appear as if cleaved by a giant axe. The exposed grayish-white dolostones stretch along the ridge, forming a sharp "blade" outline. From the summit observation deck, the morning mist shrouds the mountain in a soft veil. As the sun rises, the rocks are tinted in warm orange or golden red. Sunlight penetrates the clouds, spilling down into the valley, and the forests and lakes below, such as the tributaries of Lake Garda, shimmer, as if all the colors of the world are focused.
The Geusker Mountains are renowned for their densely packed "sawtooth" peaks. These tightly packed peaks resemble giant sawtooth formations crafted by nature, piercing the blue sky. Rich in minerals, the rocks here take on different hues depending on the weather: pristine gray-white on sunny days, pale blue on overcast days, and gilded with pink and purple at sunset. Every step along the mountain trails feels like stepping into a meticulously painted landscape.
Both peaks are not only visually stunning but also brimming with vibrant life. In summer, the mountains are covered in purple gentian and yellow broom, while cattle and sheep leisurely roam the meadows. In winter, snow blankets the rocks, transforming the "blade" and "sawtooth" into icy sculptures, a haven for skiers and hikers. No need to search for angles; any casual snap creates a breathtaking, unedited masterpiece. It's no wonder these peaks are known as the "beauty of the Alps."
It is covered with snow all year round. It is very beautiful after climbing up. It is worth a visit.
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Old Town Lugano
4.7
/5
39 reviews
5.1
38.3 km from downtown
Address: Switzerland
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 day
Highlights:
Cable car: 360° lake & mountain views
Stroll & enjoy Lugano views
37% positive reviews
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Lugano, a charming town in southern Switzerland, is known as the "fairy tale city". Lugano, derived from the Italian word "Lucus", which means "dense forest", is the capital of Ticino, the Italian-speaking region of Switzerland.
The thousand-year-old town, built in the 6th century AD, speaks Italian, eats pasta, and has a full Italian atmosphere; the houses facing the lake and the mountains are lined up in lake blue, pink, tender green, and cream yellow... like a series of brightly colored Mediterranean style paintings; walking through the streets and alleys, stopping by the arcades, the elderly are leisurely reading newspapers, and the children are happily playing, and the soul is quiet and healed here.
The old town is very charming. Walking in the old streets is like going back to the old days. Walking by the lake and basking in the sun, and then going to the LV store to buy a bag, there are few people and the goods are in good condition. It is still very pleasant. I hope time can stop.
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