We started the day with a 90 minute boat tour of 2 of the 3 lakes here that surround the city. They are actually artificial lakes, originally used for city defence, made by directing water from the Po and Mincio rivers. It was a very enjoyable ride around the lakes, into a protected wet land area and then down the Mincio River a little ways. We saw many different birds,ducks, swans, herons and leaping fish.
After that and some lunch we toured the Palazzo Te with its lavishly decorated and frescoed rooms, gardens and other collections.
Our lodging here was a bed and breakfast located right in the heart of the old city so everything was close.
A beautiful morning beside the Lago di Mezzo
Heading on to the boat
The view of the Ducal Palace which was unfortunately closed on Mondays
Into the natural area down the river
Hiding at the Palazzo Te
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