The city of Milan is one of the most chosen Italian destinations by tourists worldwide. The history of this city dates back to 200 BC. Additionally, it was the capital of the great Roman Empire. World War II wreaked havoc on Europe and especially in Italy . However, the city recovered and grew exponentially. Today it offers a mix of modernity and tradition.
En este artículo vamos a ver los 4 lugares que no puedes dejar de visitar en tu próximo viaje a Milán.
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Milan Cathedral
If you can visit only one tourist attraction in Milan, the Cathedral is our top recommendation. Located in the Piazza del Duomo, it is a symbol of the history and culture of the city. It is considered an architectural marvel and the third largest cathedral in the world.
The Milan Cathedral took 600 years to build, from 1386 to 1965. It has a gothic style, and its exterior is filled with decorative statues and towers. Inside, you can find large vitroux windows and, between the central columns, there are a series of statues and unmissable works of art.
Prices to visit the Cathedral of Milan:
- Cathedral and museum: 3 euros
- Cathedral, museum and archaeological zone: 7 euros
- Terraces: 9 euros
- Terraces by elevator: 13 euros
The canals of Milan
In 1177, with the intention of turning Milan into a city accessible by water, a network of artificial canals was designed and built. Curiously, Leonardo Da Vinci himself was behind this project. The best season of year to visit this area is spring, and it is recommended to tour it at sunset.
Sforzesco Castle
The Sforzesco Castle was built in 1370. throughout the history of Milan, it served as a fortress, Doge's Palace, and military barracks. Nowadays, it keeps an unreplicable cultural heritage in the city's Historical Archive and in the Trivulziana Library.
Leonardo Da Vinci reappears in this great building. In this project, he worked as an engineer, writer and painter. In addition, you can find the fresco "sala delle Asse" inside. All of this makes it a Milanese destination that cannot be ignored.
Prices and opening times to visit Sforzesco Castle
The Castle has free admission and is open every day from 7am to 7pm. What must be paid is the entrance to the museum, which is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 9am to 4pm, and costs 5 euros.
Victor Manuel II Gallery
The Victor Manuel II Gallery is a special place for those who wish to combine a shopping trip with a tour along a gallery that is more similar to an extravagant palace than to a shopping center.
In 1877, when it was founded, it became the first shopping gallery in Europe and it was considered the most beautiful on the continent. Inside, you can find designer stores such as Prada and Versace. The place is perfect for taking pictures thanks to the large glass dome that illuminates every nook and cranny.
We hope this guide will be useful when planning your next trip. Also, remember that we are available to solve your doubts directly.
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