san giulio island

san giulio island印象

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  977stevelk

  It rained only during the time I took this boat trip to the island but even with the rain I have no hesitation in recommending a visit here.

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  susannamacomb

  This little isola floating in the middle of Lago di Orta is simply magical. The energy, should you attune to it, is very spiritual. First inhabited by the Druids, then St. Giulio, then a seminary and now 70 cloistered nuns who are master restorers of art with heavenly voices---though you will neither see or hear them. You must walk the Way of Silence through the island and then back off. It is of a another time, the stuff of legend and myth, reminiscent of Camelot.

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  Troyandy9

  This island is simply stunning. Well worth a visit. Wonder round the streets, and admire the buildings. The boat ride is lovely too.

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  julianv629

  What an amazing little island. This tiny island is easy to get to, cheap ferry ticket and easily walked around. There is so much history attached to it and if lucky enough you may see one of the sisters (nuns) who live in the monastery but are not allowed to speak. The church interior is spectacular and the shop nearby to buy souvenirs well worth a visit. The owner was born and bred on this tiny island. She is a delight to talk to. From here it's only a very short ferry trip to Orta itself.

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  Stainlesteve

  You must take the boat trip over to the island and take in the charming buildings and the history. If you have time there is a wonderful restaurant which fronts the lake with one of the most beautiful views you can have whilst dining. We had smoked haddock risotto which was just perfect.

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  Atruelocal

  A beautiful place out of this world! The island is small but abolutely worth a visit. Do not miss the 12th-century frescoed church and the peaceful walk along the path of silence and meditation. A big Abbey is on the island (abbey is not a tourist place) and many elegant villas. Do not expect to find an ATM machine or go there for shopping. The island of San Giulio is a place full of history and art where you will step back in time! Professional local guides can accompany you there. In any case I would recommend a good guidebook not to miss interesting things and art pieces

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  maryannmccoy

  Lovely boat ride across the Orta lake to the island but not much to see on the island since it is a cloister monastary and there is only one shop and one restaurant/cafè

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  beachsideguy99

  A historic island with a quaint church. The boat trip was very pleasant but the best views are from Sacre Mont either walk or drive up.

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  Greg_and_Maria2

  Couldn't stop taking pictures! Enjoyed the words of inspiration on the walk around the island. Hired the boat for 9 euros rather then wait for the ferry. Went during siesta so had the island to our selves. The church opened at 2.

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  IOWman

  See the church. The art is amazing. Walk round the island in 10 mins. Not great for small kids. Views back to aorta are lovely.