Sights of Milan
Duomo
Milan's Duomo is the world's fourth-largest church. The late-Gothic wonder features a forest of spires and statuary, marble pinnacles and pillars, all woven together with a web of flying buttresses. Above the altar is a nail that is said to have come from Christ's cross. The view from the roof is the city's finest.
Castello Sforzesco
At the northeastern end of the lovely Via Dante, which intersects the Piazza del Duomo, looms the imposing Castello Sforzesco. Originally a military fortress, it was completely remodelled by more comfort-minded Francesco Sforza. The new and improved defences were designed by Leonardo da Vinci.
At the northeastern end of the lovely Via Dante, which intersects the Piazza del Duomo, looms the imposing Castello Sforzesco. Originally a military fortress, it was completely remodelled by more comfort-minded Francesco Sforza. The new and improved defences were designed by Leonardo da Vinci.
The San Siro Stadium
Go and see an AC Milan game at San Siro Stadium in Milan. There are also guided tours every day from Monday to Saturday, except days when matches are held. The easiest way to reach the stadium is by using public transportation or take a taxi to Stadio San Siro.
Teatro alla Scala
La Scala, Milan's famous and fabulous opera house, first raised its curtain in 1778. Practically destroyed during WWII, it was rebuilt and reopened in 1946 under the baton of Arturo Toscanini, who returned from New York after a 15-year absence. The adjoining Museo Teatrale alla Scala boasts such curiosities as Verdi's death mask.
Go and see an AC Milan game at San Siro Stadium in Milan. There are also guided tours every day from Monday to Saturday, except days when matches are held. The easiest way to reach the stadium is by using public transportation or take a taxi to Stadio San Siro.
Teatro alla Scala
La Scala, Milan's famous and fabulous opera house, first raised its curtain in 1778. Practically destroyed during WWII, it was rebuilt and reopened in 1946 under the baton of Arturo Toscanini, who returned from New York after a 15-year absence. The adjoining Museo Teatrale alla Scala boasts such curiosities as Verdi's death mask.
