Ticino is in the Italian part of southern Switzerland.   Long, winding valleys just as impressive as Yosemite are spotted with tiny, stone villages. Walking trails crisscross the area, taking you through chestnut orchards, villages, and fields, past waterfalls and avalanche slides.  The valleys empty out near Lake Lugano, one of Switzerland's major banking centers and resort areas.  Here are some pictures from the valleys.



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