in Lombardy. A city in the center of the Lombardy of lakes, Como attracts international tourism linked to the natural scenery, and is an industrial center based on the silk industry (a typically Como activity).

The city center is located on the lakefront, around the Piazza del Duomo, one of the most important monuments in northern Italy. The historic core still has the appearance of the original Roman castrum, with well-preserved medieval walls and large lookout towers.