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    Welcome to Limone sul Garda, one of the most beautiful villages in the world, located on the stunning shores of Lake Garda, Italy!

    Limone sul Garda’s story kicks off in antiquity, likely as a small Roman settlement along Lake Garda’s shores, thanks to its strategic spot near the border of ancient territories—its name may nod to limen (Latin for “boundary”). By the Middle Ages, it was a modest fishing and farming village, isolated by rugged cliffs and accessible mostly by boat. This seclusion shaped its early history, keeping it off the radar of major powers.

    The town found its groove in the 13th and 14th centuries with citrus cultivation, especially lemons, which thrived in the microclimate. Wealthy families built limonaie—stone terraces with wooden shelters—to protect the groves, turning Limone into a citrus hub. Trade boomed, and by the Renaissance, its lemons were shipped across Europe. The 18th century saw a peak, with the town’s economy tied to this golden fruit, though competition from southern regions eventually dimmed its shine.

    Isolation persisted until the 20th century. The road linking Limone to the outside world wasn’t finished until 1932, finally cracking open its bubble. World War II brought hardship, but post-war tourism revived it, especially after scientists in the 1970s discovered the longevity gene among locals, sparking global curiosity. Today, it’s a preserved gem, blending its lemon-scented past with a vibrant tourist present.

    Home page of the Limone sul Garda tourist office: https://www.visitlimonesulgarda.com/en/

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