CASTELLO SFORZESCO

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Castello Sforzesco, in English Sforza Castle, is a very famous castle in Milan constructed in the 15th century but remodeled in the 17th century. The building itself is beautifully designed—people go to see the architecture as well as the art galleries in the museums. Castello Sforzesco is open every day from 7 am to 7:30 pm. For maximum experience, ensure you enter the museums as well.

DUOMO MILAN CATHEDRAL

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Birds flying, bells ringing and echoes erupting from the hollows of the Piazza del Duomo—you will not leave the Duomo Cathedral without feeling you have just witnessed a magnificent structure. The cathedral is covered marble, spires, and statues; the beauty from within transcends to the outside of this amazing church. In order to avoid wasting time, ensure you go there early in the morning—the magnitude of people wanting to see the cathedral is overwhelming. After 10 am until the sun sets, tourists fill the grounds of Duomo, all wanting to catch a glimpse of this national treasure. The nearest Metro station is Duomo.

GALLERIA VITTORIO EMANUELE II

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Named after the first king of Italy, Victor Emmanuel II, this is a very popular shopping arcade in Milan. Its structure is locally known as Il Salotto Bueno, which means ‘the city’s fine drawing room’. Located right opposite Duomo Cathedral and other iconic buildings, it is a perfect spot to hang out after a morning of sightseeing.

VIA DANTE

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Via Dante is a pedestrian street that leads right to Sforza Castle from the center of Milan. It was named after the poet, Dante Alighieri. The street is filled with cafes, restaurants, theatres, bars, and shops.

PIAZZA SAN FEDELE

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Piazza San Fedele is a square located in central Milan near many landmarks and shopping areas. In the square, you will find San Fedele Church which was built by Pellegrino Tibaldi in the 16th century. At the very center of the square, you will find Alessandro Manzoni’s statue which was erected in honor of the famous Italian writer.

SAN SIRO STADIUM

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The Stadio Giuseppe Meazza, which is commonly known as San Siro, is a football stadium located in the San Siro district in Milan. The stadium was built in the 1920’s—this is where AC Milan and Inter football clubs play on alternate Sundays during the season. You pay money for a guided tour of the stadium, which includes a visit to the players’ locker rooms. The nearest metro station is Lotto.

THE DIAMOND TOWER – TORRE DIAMANTE

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The Diamond Tower, in Italian known as Torre Diamante, is a high-rise in Milan—140 meters tall—on the corner of Viale Della Liberazione and Via Galilei. It was built following the urban development project, Porta Nuova project. Around the building, you will find some lower constructions, called Diamantini (small diamonds). Together they function as commercial buildings.

SEMPIONE PARK & ARCH OF PEACE

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Sempione park is a large city park in Milan which was established in 1888. The park is adjacent to a triumphal arch called Arco Della Pace (Arch of Peace). The park is well loved by both locals and tourists—this is where you go after a long day of shopping and sightseeing. On the other end of the park, Sforza Castle is located.

PIAZZALE CADORNA

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Piazzale Cadorna (Cadorna Square) is situated in the center of Milan, near Cadorna Railway and Metro stations. In the square, you will find a giant sculpture of a needle, Thread & Knot (Ago, filo e nodo), by Claes Oldenburg and his wife Coosje van Bruggen. This sculpture represents the hard work and talent of the fashion of the city.

PIAZZA FILIPPO MEDA

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Piazza Filippo Meda is a public square in Milan that was named after a politician in Italy in the early 1900’s. In the middle, there is a round structure sitting perfectly in its glory.

PIAZZA DELLA SCALA

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This square is situated in Milan and very close to Duomo cathedral and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II where you can shop. This is where you will find the monument to Leonardo.

TEATRO ALLA SCALA

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Teatro alla Scala a big opera house in the city of Milan. The theatre is the center of live shows and plays that are popular amongst both locals and foreigners.

PALAZZO MARINO

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Palazzo Marino is Milan’s city hall, situated in Piazza Della Scala, opposite La Scala theatre. It was built by a wealthy tax collector Tommaso Marino In 1557 but designed by Galeazzo Alessi and completed in 1563. In 1861, the city of Milan acquired Palazzo Marino and moved its administration to this building. It is still Milan’s city hall.

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RESTAURANTS SERVING TRADITIONAL FOOD IN MILAN

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Pizzeria Gino Sorbillo: For a taste of different kinds of pizza, visit this restaurant.

Ratanà: This restaurant serves traditional food. Try something different—forget pasta and pizza.

Un Posto a Milano: A bit pricey but worth the money. Very elegant and the food is gourmet.

LOCAL FOOD IN MILAN

Piadina: Italian bread stuffed with cheese and other ingredients such as ham, bacon, lettuce, etc.

Minestrone: Try their minestrone with rice and other ingredients such as cabbage, celery, tomato, spinach, parsley and other herbs.

Risotto alla Milanese: Chicken stock, saffron threads, onions, Arborio rice, and Parmesan cheese.

Transportation in Milan

Airport: Linate Airport, Bergamo Airport, Malpensa Airport.

Airport Buses: Terravision bus airport transfer. If you are coming from the airport you will get off at Milano City Center bus depot. The buses go to Bergamo and Malpensa airports.

Metro, Trams & City Buses: ATM has fastest and efficient public transportation system in Milan at a very cheap price.

Sightseeing Buses: The Hop-On-Hop-Off bus has Lines A – C serving different areas.