Tirano Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
Italian comune
About Tirano
Tirano is2km (1.2mi)south of the Swiss border and serves as the railhead for the Swiss RHB trains heading north. It is the southern terminus for the scenicBernina Express. Background The discovery of prehistoric finds made it possible to establish that the area was already inhabited in very ancient times. After having declared itself a free municipality in the 12th century, Tirano was subdued by the Capitanei, lords of Stazzona. In 1335 with the conquest by the Visconti, Tirano grew in importance. Following repeated raids by the Grisons, Ludovico il Moro decided to have the walls and castle of Santa Maria built in 1487. During the sixteenth century the city grew in importance both for its strategic position and for the apparition of the Madonna to Blessed Mario Omodei who made Tirano a des
Top Attractions in Tirano
Explore the best things to see and do in Tirano:
- ★Bernina railway
- ★Salis Palace
- ★Sanctuary of Our Lady of Tirano
Tirano Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 11 sections including: