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The lakeside walk at Muralto is about 1 kilometre long and characterised by the presence of Mediterranean and sub-tropical examples of plant life set in gardens. Once past the Hotel Palma au Lac the walk continues along via alla Riva through a restful environment. A number of 19th c. villas were built in this area known as Rivapiana. Further on you catch sight of the tower of the church of San Quirico.
Among the most important Romanesque churches in Ticino, San Vittore in Muralto is one of the most significant examples in the area. As well as the impressive architecture, the church has preserved a series of ancient frescoes and a wealth of sculptural decoration. The collegiate church of San Vittore is just a stone's throw from the railway station, and a few minutes' walk down Via San Vittore and vicolo dei Muralti from the lakeside. At one time there was a castle in Vicolo dei Muralti, but today there are only traces of its existence (doorways with armorial bearings).
Among the most important Romanesque churches in Ticino, San Vittore in Muralto is one of the most significant examples in the area. As well as the impressive architecture, the church has preserved a series of ancient frescoes and a wealth of sculptural decoration. The collegiate church of San Vittore is just a stone's throw from the railway station, and a few minutes' walk down Via San Vittore and vicolo dei Muralti from the lakeside. At one time there was a castle in Vicolo dei Muralti, but today there are only traces of its existence (doorways with armorial bearings).
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