Milan is an
industrial, gray, prima facie city, which is undoubtedly the economic center of
the country.
And maybe this
"gray" was that did not let me fall in love with Milan from the very
first moment! But I gave it several opportunities, and three visits later, I
can say I loved it! If you get to know it better, you will quickly understand
that it is probably the most representative example of modern Italy, combining
the above with an air of creativity and innovation combined with a vibrant
cultural life! Milan is ...
The Duomo Cathedral
Duomo will be the first sight to visit in Milan. And
you know that from the moment you book your air ticket. I will not say much
about Duomo, only that it is actually much more impressive than you imagine! Also, if you want to see Milan from above,
it's a good chance to do it, since you can climb to the rooftop of Duomo
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Galleria Vittorio
Emanuele II is one of the oldest shopping centers in the world, and the place
where you can find the most famous and expensive shops of the city. It consists
of two glass-vaulted arcades intersecting in an octagon covering the street connecting Piazza del Duomo to Piazza della Scala. Inside the
Galleria there are four mosaics depicting the symbols of the three capitals of
the Kingdom of Italy, Turin, Florence and Rome, as well as that of Milan. In
the mosaic with the Turin symbol, the bull, you will notice a hole that has
been created, since according to tradition, if one spins around his heel three
times around this point, he will bring him good luck!
Teatro alla Scala
La Scala Opera or Teatro alla Scala as the Italians call it, is
known worldwide as the opera temple. It was named after Piazza della Scala
where it is located. May its outside is not so impressive but inside the things
are very different. For lovers of opera, watching a performance here is a
lifetime experience, but of course you need to get your ticket a long time ago.
Luini
Luini's panzerotti!
No, it's not a sight, though the queues you'll come across outside this tiny
shop will surely remind you of what you had met earlier in Duomo! If you have a
little patience you will understand for yourself why people waiting in the queue
to eat this particular panzerotti. But do not make the mistake of getting only
one ...
Gelato
The best way to close
the day in Milan is what else, an ice cream! In the area around Duomo there are
many gelaterias, but if for the best ice cream in Milan you will go to Ciacco
(try the gianduja)!
Italian breakfast
I can safely say that
there is no country where I have a better breakfast! Italians start their day
"sweet". So you can accompany your espresso with croissants, tarts,
biscuits or donuts. One of my favorite places for breakfast in Milan is Pavè,
where if you are not a fan of a sweet breakfast you will also find the extremely
good ham and cheese croissants!
Castello Sforzesco
The castle of Milan
was built in the 14th century and is one of the largest castles in Europe. The
different in this particular castle is that it is built in the center of the
city! Its interior works as a museum and hosts frescoes of Leonardo da Vinci as
well as some of Michelangelo's latest sculptures. Next to the castle you will
find the very beautiful Sempione Park.
Colonne di San Lorenzo
San Lorenzo's columns
are 16 Corinthian-style columns dating from the 2nd century and located in
front of the Basilica of San Lorenzo in central Milan. They are believed to
have been part of a bath before moving to their present position sometime in
the 4th century. This area is a meeting point for the young Milanese,
especially during the night.
The Museo del Novecento
The Novecento Museum
is located in the Palazzo dell' Arengario very close to Duomo. It hosts works
of Italian art of the 20th century and is one of the newest museums in the city
as it was opened in 2010. One more reason to visit this museum is its spectacular
view to Piazza del Duomo. Keep in mind that two hours before closing, the
ticket is reduced by half.
Navigli
Who said that only
Venice has canals? And Milan has its own canals, which are of course artificial
and located in the Navigli area. One of these canals has been designed by
Leonardo da Vinci. It is one of the most beautiful and vivid areas of Milan,
especially in the evening. There is no better way to end your day than having
an aperitivo in one of the many bars around the canal, watching the sunset.
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