Surroundings

Two steps from Piazza della Scala, there are eight characters: they are the eight colossus, called “omenoni” sculptured by Antonio Abondio, which... Continue Reading

One of the most up-market areas in the world, filled with jewellers, boutiques and design and furnishing showrooms. Fashion, especially ready-to-wear, has... Continue Reading

In 1138 on this site there was the Broletto Vecchio, the ancient Town Hall. The building became then residence of Torrioni family,... Continue Reading

Between Piazza Mercanti and Via Mercanti, just to the west of Piazza Duomo, a group of buildings offers a wonderful example of... Continue Reading

The sober building rises on one side of Piazza della Scala, at the centre of which there is the monument to Leonardo... Continue Reading

It is par excellence “la Galleria” (the gallery), “il salotto di Milano” (the Salon of Milan). The structure (1865-1877) was built by... Continue Reading

With the Madonna of the Duomo cathedral and the Visconti “biscione” , the Castle is another symbol of Milan. It rises on... Continue Reading

Started in 1386, the Duomo represents a great witness of the particular Lombard Gothic style. Consecrated to S. Maria Nascente, wanted by... Continue Reading