All over the world Como is known for silk production, since the beginning of XVI century silk was the main feature in Como development and economy.
Charming downtown and its glamorous stores let shopping be in Como a fine habit, enriched by nice haunts where you can stop for a tea, a drink or a tasting.

Many Outlets and dealers offer foulards, ties, clothing and remnant at very convenient prices.

Textiles museums are very interesting to be visited and let visitors retrace this old factory whole history with their rich collections.

- Silk didactic museum, shows hundred fifty years silk manufacturing processes techniques evolution

- Textile Museum Fondazione Ratti, it fosters a rich heritage of 403.000 sample of fabrics, ribbons, laces and disegn from moyen-age up date.

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