The water in Lake Garda in northern Italy is famous for its clarity. The Rocca Scaligera, a fortification with views of the harbour, stands out at Sirmione’s southernmost point. A Roman villa can be found at the neighbouring archaeological site Grotte di Catullo. Il Vittoriale degli Italiani, the old residence of poet d’Annunzio, is located near Gardone Riviera on the western coast of the lake. A resort in the north, Riva del Garda, is framed by the Dolomites.