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Duomo di Milano
The Milan Cathedral, a Gothic marvel, took over 600 years to build and remains under renovation. It's the largest in Italy and third-largest globally, boasting over 3,400 statues and 135 gargoyles. An archaeological site reveals ancient artifacts beneath its foundation.
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, designed by Giuseppe Mengoni and completed in 1877, is a historic luxury shopping mall in Milan. Known as "Il Salotto di Milano," it connects Piazza del Duomo to Piazza della Scala, offering a blend of high-end shops and fine dining in a stunning Neo-Renaissance, glass-covered arcade.
Sempione Park
Sempione Park, Milan's largest green space, was created between 1890 and 1893 behind Sforzesco Castle. Inspired by 14th-century English gardens, it features landmarks like the Arco della Pace. Designed by Emilio Alemagna, it includes a tower, aquarium, theater, and library, offering a rich cultural experience.
Sforzesco Castle
Sforza Castle in Milan, originally built by the Visconti family in the 14th century, served as a residence and fortress for ruling dynasties. It underwent changes under Spanish, Austrian, and Napoleonic rule. Today, it houses museums and art galleries, including works by da Vinci and Michelangelo.
Teatro alla Scala
Teatro alla Scala, built in 1778, is a renowned opera house in Milan. After being bombed in 1943, it was the first city building rebuilt, reopening in 1946 with a concert by Arturo Toscanini. It has undergone several restorations, including a major one from 2002-2004, and remains a symbol of Italian lyrical art.
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Pinacoteca di Brera
The Pinacoteca di Brera, founded in 1808 by Napoleon, is a premier art gallery in Milan's Palazzo Brera. It features over 400 works from the 14th to 20th centuries by masters like Raphael and Caravaggio. Set in a historic palazzo, it offers a rich cultural experience with its stunning architecture and art.
Arco della Pace
The Arco della Pace in Milan, crafted from local marble and adorned with sculptures, stands 25 meters high. Inspired by Napoleon, it resembles Paris' Champs Elysees. Opened in 1838, it symbolizes peace from the Congress of Vienna and showcases neoclassical architecture, marking a key moment in Milan's history.
Basilica di Sant'Ambrogio
Sant’Ambrogio Basilica, Milan's oldest church, showcases Lombard Romanesque style from a 12th-century transformation. Originally built in 379-386 A.D., it was a coronation site for Italian kings and Holy Roman emperors. Despite WWII damage, it was restored, preserving its historical and spiritual essence.
Palazzo Reale di Milano
The Royal Palace of Milan, dating back to the 12th century, has been home to noble dynasties and Italian rulers. With Neoclassical architecture by Piermarini, it now hosts exhibitions, showcasing Milan's regal history and vibrant culture through its grand staircases and artistic masterpieces.
Museo Nazionale della Scienza e della Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci
The Leonardo da Vinci National Museum of Science and Technology in Milan, Italy's largest, is housed in a 16th-century monastery. It features over 19,000 items, including da Vinci's drawings and machine models, Italy's first locomotive, and the Enrico Toti submarine, with tours in English and Italian.
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Chiesa di San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore
San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore, often called "Milan’s Sistine Chapel," is a 16th-century church renowned for its stunning frescoes. Built on an ancient site, it was part of a Benedictine convent. The church features separate areas for nuns and the faithful, reflecting its rich historical and artistic heritage.
Cathedral Square
Milan's central plaza, home to the iconic Gothic cathedral, blends history and architecture. Created in the 14th century, it evolved alongside the Duomo's construction. Surrounded by 19th-century buildings, the Royal Palace, and the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, it's a launchpad for top sightseeing.
Indro Montanelli Garden
The Indro Montanelli Public Gardens, Milan's oldest park established in 1784, blend French and English landscape styles. Renamed in 2002, it houses the Natural History Museum and Planetarium Ulrico Hoepli, featuring diverse flora, hills, streams, and artificial lakes.
Santa Maria delle Grazie
Santa Maria delle Grazie, a 15th-century church and convent in Milan, is renowned for its stunning Renaissance architecture and as the home of Leonardo da Vinci's "The Last Supper." This UNESCO World Heritage Site, cared for by the Dominican Fathers since 1934, features a terracotta exterior and Gothic interior.
Columns of St. Lawrence
The Columns of San Lorenzo, 16 Corinthian columns from the 2nd century, stand in front of Milan's Basilica of San Lorenzo. Moved in the 4th century from a nearby pagan temple, they symbolize the city's rich history as the ancient capital of the Western Roman Empire.
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