Bellinzona, the capital of Ticino, with its UNESCO World Heritage castles, offers a high quality of life
Bellinzona is the most Italian town in Switzerland. The skyline is formed by a triad of medieval castles, the best preserved in Switzerland and naturally listed by UNESCO.
Despite the strategic location of the city of Bellinzona, due to its access to the Alpine passes and as the gateway to Italy, its rents are very affordable. A typical 3.5 rooms apartment is offered for around CHF 1200.- per month. In fact, the canton of Ticino is one of the most affordable cantons in Switzerland and offers a pleasant climate all year round and breathtaking landscapes.
The Sementina district was once a ceramic production area but experienced a rapid downturn when many inhabitants emigrated to the new world in the late 19th and early 20th century. Fortunately, a decisive change took place in the 1950s, when favorable migratory flows led to an increase in the population again. Since then, the population has increased fivefold, with one of the highest growth rates in the canton. Sementina has changed into a residential area. Some historical remains can still be seen, including the famous Hunger Forts.
The "Tre Castelli", the three castles, are the symbol of Bellinzona and are part of the UNESCO world heritage. Castelgrande, Montebello and Sasso Corbaro take you back in time with their crenellated walls, small gates cut into the wall and various secret chambers. There are also many temporary exhibitions. From the three castles you have a splendid view of the town, the surrounding mountains, and Lake Maggiore. The three castles are the pride and joy of the city of Bellinzona.
It is impossible to mention Bellinzona without mentioning its famous Carnival, an unmissable event, with its parades and crazy costumes throughout the old town. The Osteria Sasso Corbaro, located inside the castle of the same name, is worth a visit for a typical meal. For those interested in sport activities, Bellinzona is the ideal starting point for excursions to the nearby resorts of Locarno, Ascona, over Monte Ceneri to the south of Ticino, to the romantic Ticino side valleys, and to the north to Leventina with the Bedretto Valley or the sunny Blenio Valley.
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