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Enjoy Milan
Situated on the Lombardy plains, Milan is a vibrant, energetic city offering a variety of activities to suit every taste. It’s famous for being one of Italy’s most extravagant cities and not only does it have a reputation for cutting edge fashion but it is also a key financial and business centre.
To sample the very best of Milan, here are the top 10 highlights.
Things to see The Duomo is the city's most famous landmark and a sight that you definitely don't want to miss. It's the third largest church in Christendom and took 500 years to complete - building work still continues today. This ornate cathedral reigns as an architectural beauty with its rose marble spires and stunning stained-glass windows.
La Scala is yet another famous landmark. Here you can visit the renowned opera house. It has a massive stage, 2,015 seats and some of the best acoustics in the world appreciated by opera lovers worldwide.
Museo Nazionale della Scienza e della Tecina 'Leonardo Da Vinci (The Science and Technology Museum) This museum houses the world's best scientific and technological collections including a separate area known as the Leonardo Da Vinci Gallery, which of course showcases the inventor's great ideas.
Santa Maria delle Grazie - You can view Leonardo Da Vinci's renowned masterpiece “The Last Supper” in this beautiful gothic church. There are also beautiful religious mosaics made from the Vatican school, and the altar where Padre Pio (a well known Catholic saint said mass), stands in the middle of the presbytery.
Castello Sforzesco - No trip to an old European city would be complete without a visit to one of its oldest castles. Originally built by the Viscontis and Sforzas, Castle Sforzesco has been rebuilt several times throughout history. Many exquisite art collections can be found inside these palatial walls including the art of Michelangelo, tapestries, and century old costumes.
Things to do San Siro Stadium - Any serious football fan will want to see the home of two of the world’s most famous rival clubs – AC Milan and FC Internazionale. Even on non-match days, a tour and a visit to the 85,000 seater stadium is something to see, giving an insight into the power of football.
Milan Markets - Avid shoppers won't want to miss out on a trip to one of Milan's many mercados. The Mercato di Vivale Papiniano is one of Milan's largest markets and is full of bargains. This market is known for it terrific fashions, most notably its shoes. The Mercatone dell'Antiquario del Naviglio Grande is an antique market featuring over 400 merchants selling everything from books to furniture.
Giardini Publici/The Public Gardens - Designed back in the late 1700's, these beautiful park gardens provide breathtaking views. Another welcome addition to the park is the Boschetti, or the little woods. With free admission and a miniature train and bumper cars there is plenty of entertainment!
Lago d'Orto - Cited by many as "one of the most romantic Italian lakes," this lovely lake is a great place to collect your thoughts. Linger for a while and take in the beautiful serene scenery, or head on over to San Guilio, a nearby, old town built around the lake. The nostalgic charm of old Italian traditions offer a welcome respite as you stroll along this quaint little town.
Corso Di Porta Romana - A walk through this ancient Roman gate will lead you into many culturally rich attractions, including the renowned University Bocconi, a well-established business university, and the Parco Ravizza, a garden park.
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