CAPRAROLA

BRACCIANO - ITALY
	Lake Bracciano (in Italian Lago di Bracciano) is a lake of volcanic origin in the Italian region of Lazio, 32 km northwest of Rome. With a surface of 56.76 km² it is the second largest lake in the region (second only to Lake Bolsena) and one of the major lakes of Italy. It has a circular perimeter of approximately 32 km; its surface is 160 meters above sea level and its deepest point is 165 m.
The lake owes its origin to intense volcanic activity from 600,000 to 40,000 years before present, which created many small volcanoes in the Sabatino territory. The main magma chamber was situated under the present lake of Bracciano. Its collapse created the caldera now occupied by the lake, which is a crater lake. Some small craters are still recognisable around the lake and in the immediate vicinity. Three towns border the lake, Bracciano, Anguillara Sabazia and Trevignano Romano. The lake is an important tourist attraction situated near Rome. As it serves as a drinking water reservoir for the city of Rome it has been under control since 1986 in order to avoid pollution of its waters. The use of motorboats is strictly forbidden (exceptions being made for a few professional fisherman and the authorities), and a centralised sewer system has been built for all the bordering towns in order to avoid any spoiling of the water quality. This makes Bracciano one of the cleanest lakes of Italy. The absence of motorized navigation (apart from police boats) favours sailing and canoeing. In the last few years the lake and its surroundings have been brought under further protection by the creation of a regional park, the Parco Regionale del complesso lacuale di Bracciano Martignano.
	Five Hundred years of history come alive in the halls and gardens of this castle at the gates of Rome. Still owned by the original family, in the Fifties it was opened as a museum during the day. Far from being cold and impersonal, this castle is lovingly kept and no expense has been spared to make it a comfortable setting for a wedding. Close to Rome, on the shores of Lake Bracciano, this property is the finest private castle in Italy and a perfect example of a medieval castle. Spectacular costume events are still organized in its ancient halls. This imposing, yet harmonious, fortified structure is not only an excellent example of military architecture, but the interior contains a series of highly refined living areas. Because of these features, the halls, grounds and gardens, this lake venue has become the ideal setting for weddings and fashionable events. Having once entertained Kings, Princes and Popes, now the castle is open to welcome you! Come for a visit or send an email to inquire for organizing here your Wedding!
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