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Brunate is a little village of about 1800 inhabitants, which prevails from a height of 715 mts. Above the underlying flatland and the south-west basin of the Como lake . It is in the district of the homonymous townm to which is connected , besides the Usual road,, by the famout “Funicolare” (cable car). It has been completed and opened On 1894. The length of the trip - with a level difference of 493 m. and an average Slope of 46% - is of 1074 m. which are run in 7 minutes by each car, able to transport About 80 oassengers. On request , there are 2 stops: Carescione and Como Alta. From the Funicolare place, it is possible to effect wonderful trips. In a few minutes, you Can reach the “Pissarottino” Source from which you can admire the Basin of the lake, Villa d’Este, Villa Erba and the Monte Rosa. Or oyu can reach Como bt feet through Two paths: one, along the Funicolare and the other one, more interesting, passing through the San Donato Hermitage built on the XV Century. If you wish to go-up from Brunate, you can get the Bus or go by feet along the mule-track till San Maurizio, famous place well-known for the yearly Feast. Not far away, there is the “Cima dell 3 Croci” (Three-Crosses Peak) and the octagonal Tower (m. 29) of the Voltas lighthouse built on 1927, in occasion of Alessandro Voltas first Death Century; A.Volta Was born in Como and spent the first period of his life in Brunate.Another interesting Promenade is the one till Monte BOLETTO, while - if there is available a full day- you Can walk till Monte PIATTO ,which places are well-known not only for the natural Beauties, but also for the archeological interest of the graves and the “Pietra Pendula” (Hanging Stone). HYSTORICAL SATA The origin of the village are supposed to be very ancient. The first human activities began with the nomadism, which changed in a lasting settlement and dealed in farming, sheep- Farming and, after the increase of the production, in goods exchange. As far as regards the toponym, there are various explanations: some think that Brunate Results from “ Prunear” village between the dorn-bushes. Other, from the Celtic Brunear, Source or village of the source: maybe the “Pissarottino”? The Brunate territory became stable after the Celtic invasions, which could confirm the Celtc meaning of the name. Furthermore, the archeologic Finds show a celtic -ligurian Culture of the 4th and 5th Century b.C., and that in Brunate took place a wll-organized Life. After some centuries, in the below flatland has been built some huts, till the Romans Drained the ground, built the town and raised walls and towers. At that time, Como was one of the most important towns of the Empire, thanks also to its strategic position as It was in the middle of the routes leading to Germany. On 1716, Brunate had only 164 inhabitants, which got to 222 on 1768.- In more than a Century, they increased to 300 units. Beginning of 1800 , the village had just few houses And some little Villas, but in the second half of the Century, Brunate became an holiday Place, thanksa to its climate, its geographic position and the panoramic views, especially during Summer and the intermediate seasons.- At the Beginning, it was possible to Reach the village through a quite difficult road. After the industrialization of Hight Lombardia and the relating financial improvement, as well as the introduction of the Funicolare on 1894, allowed to the people a more pleasant transfer.- After, were built the First Villas in Liberty style, for which Brunate is still well-knownand the frist Hotels. The proposals for getting the Summer holiday if the visitors even more pleasant, wher e So much that at the last July saturday of 1895, has been opened the Club “Pro Brunate” which had a glorious and important rule in the touristic life of the village, but closed at the End of the thirties and, on 1987, was opened again with the renewed name “Pro Loco Brunate”: Effectively, the happy season which mad of Brunate an important touristic place, lasted Only 50 years and began to set down after the last war. They are now finding out New ways of attraction in order to wake-up again the interest for this village, which has However preserved his charm due to the beautiful views and to the old-age villas which are inside wonderful gardens. During the Summer time, take place many performances : concerts and music as well as Ballet shows in the “Open” in the historic places of the village, in the villas and private Gardens, put at the disposal of the audience by the owners. CELEBRATIONS ¨ St. Andreas Feast:
it takes place on November 30th and leasts 3 days, where Are organized
shows, markets of various types and are Exposed typical gastronomic products.
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