Canton Ticino

• The official language spoken in Ticino is Italian, and the capital city is Bellinzona.
• Ticino is the only canton situated south of the Alps, which gives a contrast of great Mediterranean climate including palm trees and stunning lake views with the Alps surrounding you offering a mix of skiing and lakeside activities.
• The atmosphere in Ticino including the culture, food and architecture is different to the rest of Switzerland as you see a unique mix of Swiss traditions with Italian lifestyle.