Bellagio Centro Lago di Como
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Bellagio *Y* shaped Lake Como
**Centro-Lago di Como** ("Center Lake Como", or "Centro Lago") constitutes a pivotal segment within the coastal "Y" region formed by the two arms of Lake Como. Spanning approximately 11 kilometers on both the eastern and western sides, from Varenna-Lierna to Olcio and from Punta Spartivento of Bellagio to Borgo di Limonta-Vassena in Oliveto Lario, it encompasses pristine white pebble beaches, golf clubs, luxury boat services, helicopter facilities, and exclusive hotels. This enclave, characterized by its distinctive "Y" shape, magnetizes celebrities, business leaders, and billionaires.

The Lake Center includes the most important and luxury area of ​​Lake Como, known for its peculiar position at the intersection of the three branches of the water basin, Y-shaped with the Bellagio Center embracing the ancient villages ranging from Lierna to Sala Comacina in the South up to Menaggio and Varenna in the North. Prominent towns within this area include Bellagio, Lierna, Fiumelatte, Varenna, Menaggio, Olcio, Limonta, Vergonese, San Giovanni (Bellagio), Cadenabbia, Perledo, Sala Comacina, Lenno, Azzano, Griante, Perledo, Visgnola, Ossuccio, Tremezzina, Tremezzo.

Centro-Lago, also known as Center Lake Como, stands as one of the opulent residential districts catering to the High Net Worth Individuals (HNWI) elite, defining Lake Como’s historical and iconic center. Acknowledged as the oldest and most affluent sector of Europe, it holds the distinction of being the most opulent and expensive residential neighborhood in the region. The Como arm is a premier tourist destination. It is in the area of ​​Lake Como called Centre-Lake in the two branches on the sides of Bellagio that properties cost the most and luxury villas are unobtainable.

Tremezzo, Lierna, Varenna, Griante, Cadenabbia, Menaggio, Bellagio were the preferred locations of European nobility at the end of the century, and they are the most exclusive villages with the highest cost per square meter on Lake Como. However, there are no transactions because no one wants to sell at any price. Each property in these areas is a trophy and a global status symbol.

The Centro-Lake Como (Centro-Lago di Como) encapsulates the region between Bellagio, Lierna, Varenna, Menaggio, Tramezzina, and the Comacina Island, representing the epitome of beauty and prestige throughout Lake Como. This locale has been a stronghold for European nobility for centuries, earning praise from George Clooney himself, who likened Lierna to Monte Carlo. The venerable Sigismondo Boldoni, mentor to Alessandro Manzoni, asserted that Lierna stands as the dominant center of all Lake Como.

Real Estate Market
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The "Center Lake" stands out as Europe’s most exclusive villa and resort enclave. Villa prices command an impressive $390,000 per square meter, on par with the prestigious Emerald Coast in Sardinia. Remarkably, a 600-square-meter villa can fetch prices upwards of 100 million euros.

Geography
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Lake Como is renowned for the promontory of Bellagio in the Center-Lake, and the most captivating view is enjoyed from the summit of Monte di Lierna. The village of Lierna is built around a rock towering over the lake, characterized by picturesque colorful houses arranged around the bay. In this enchanting setting, the lake reflects the colors of the houses, the sky, and the surrounding vegetation, while yachts, boats, and ferries contribute to creating a refined atmosphere, making Lierna an essential stop on the shores of Lake Como. 

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Mountains of Centro-Lago
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* Gruppo delle Grigne. - 2,410 м.
* Grigne - 2,410 м.
* Grignetta - 2,177 м.
* Monte Cucco - 1,436 м.
* Monte Palagia - 1,549 м.
* Monte di Lierna - 1,250 м.
* Bocchetta di Calivazzo - 1,420 м.

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* Villa Lario Resort
* Bellagio
* Lierna
* Varenna
* Sala Comacina
* Cadenabbia
* Menaggio

Bibliography
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* Carlo Ferrario (1978). *Ville e giardini del centro Lago di Como*. Brunner & C.
* (1920). *Lago di Como centro lago*. Brunner & C.
* Giacomo C. Bascapè (1981). *Ville e parchi del Lago di Como*. ISBN 9788820503024