Top Tourist Places To Visit in Milan

Top Tourist Places To Visit in Milan

  • Milan
  • Italy
  • Overview
    Milan is the second largest city of Italy, located in the plains of Lombardy. It is also the richest city of Italy. The people living in Milan enjoy the wealthy and cosmopolitan reputation which is the result of widespread overseas business of the Milanesi. Embracing tradition, sophistication and ambition in equal measure, Milan has emerged to be a powerful state. Milan also remains the marketplace for Italian fashion - fashion aficionados, supermodels and international paparazzi. Here you can find all big brands like Armani, Versace, Dolce& Gabbana etc.
  • Things to do
    Milan has so much to offer that you will need to balance your time, while you are on a holiday.
    • You can enjoy wandering on the southern stretch of the historic center.
    • Explore the university district and the historic collection of basilicas Sant'Eustorgio and Sant'Ambrogio.
    • The city parks, Parco Sempione and the Giardini Pubblici are meant for pleasant evenings.
  • Shopping
    Milan is the authentic capital for so called "made in Italy" exclusive couture and trendy outfits. If you are in search of high fashion, clothing and accessories, then Milan s the perfect place for you. Milan is Mecca for the shopaholics as all the top labels are available here. So don't worry about your credit line and splurge yourself into amazing shopping experience :
    • Go to Piazza San Babila to Largo Cairoli, where you will get souvenirs as well as ethnic, military and modern items.
    • Christofle factory shop is the famous French firm's first direct sales outlet, where you get shoes, bags, accessories etc.
    • Best deals can be found in the eleven Lombard Bassetti-Zucchi outlets, scattered throughout Milan, Brescia and Varese.
    • A blend of bazaar and factory shop, Canadian Discount is located in the core of the Chinese quarter.
    • Mercatone dell'Antiquario is Milan's most widespread antiques market and is located along the Naviglio Grande.
  • Tourist Attractions - Best Places to visit
    The city has many attractive places for tourists. Everywhere you will find streets and buildings have a cocktail of architectural styles with the touch of modern, to stylish effect. Below are few examples of places worth exploring :
      √ Duomo (Cathedral) : - Duomo is the world's largest gothic cathedral. During the bright sunshine its windows create a kaleidoscope of color through the cavernous interior. √ Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II : - is the glass-domed gallery of Vittorio Emanuele II. √ Museo Teatrale alla Scala (Theater Museum) : - this museum is meant for opera lovers, as yoou will find the rich mementoes of opera house. √ Museo d'Arte Antica del Castello Sforzesco (Museum of Historic Art of the Sforza Castle) : - surely a place worth visting. √ Cimitero Monumentale (Monumental Cemetery) : - is the Monumental Cemetery, opened in 1866. It will definitely appeal the romantic souls. √ Civica Galleria d'Arte Moderna (Modern Art Gallery) : - this place is the treat for art lovers.
  • Area
    181.8 km2
  • Population
    The total population according to 2008 census is 1,294,797.
  • Languages
    Italian, Insubric and Milanese are the common languages spoken.
  • Currency
    Euro
  • Food
    Milan you will find everything you are looking for, enough to satisfy every taste and affordable for every pocket. There are several restaurants that offer regional, ethnic and international dishes. You can savor Chinese, Japanese, Russian, Thai, African and Spanish delicacies in Milan. Traditional dishes in Milan are simple yet tasty. Some of the delicacies famous amongst the folk are Negroni, nervetti, cassouela, Salame di Milano etc. Below is the list of the much loved eating outlets :
    • Lacerba
    • Lifegate
    • Rigolo
    • Altro
    • Eda
    • Maxsimo
    • Corso
  • Entertainment
    Milan has in store a very vibrant nightlife, an elitist, lively and intense experience for its visitors to discover. The city's main nightlife centers are located around :
    • the streets around the Brera gallery, on the west.
    • the canal-side of the Navigli and the adjacent Ticinese quarter, on the south.
    Some of the famous bars are :
    • Martini Bar at Dolce & Gabbana
    • Yguana Cafe
    • Pasticceria Sant'Ambroeus
    • Magazzini Generali
    • Alcatraz.
  • Activities
    Milan offers various kinds of water sports near the Lake Garda. This place is popular for wind surfing, canoeing, sailing, water-skiing, rowing etc. If you want more relaxing time, then there are plenty of opportunities to go for fishing, golfing, swimming etc.
  • Local Transport
    Below are the simplest ways of getting around the city :
    • Going around Milan by Tube.
    • Going around Milan by bus.
    • Going around Milan by tram.
    • Milan is the second railway hub of Italy and has five major stations. So train is another option open for traveling.
    • It even has a taxi service operated by private companies for taking the tourists around.
  • Getting Around
    The city of Milan is served by three international airports. The airports have all the modern facilities and daily have several international as well as domestic flights. Milan has become the most desired destination as there are many cheap and convenient ways of reaching here.
  • Fast Facts
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  • Country
    Italy
  • Region
    Lombardy
  • Geographic Coordination
    45°28'N 09°10'E.
  • Climate and Weather
    Milan is typically classified as having a humid subtropical climate. Milan's winters are damp and cold, while summers are often quite warm and humid.
  • Best time to visit
    Spring is the best time to visit.

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Milan Overview

Milan is the second largest city of Italy, located in the plains of Lombardy. It is also the richest city of Italy. The people living in Milan enjoy the wealthy and cosmopolitan reputation which is the result of widespread overseas business of the Milanesi. Embracing tradition, sophistication and ambition in equal measure, Milan has emerged to be a powerful state. Milan also remains the marketplace for Italian fashion - fashion aficionados, supermodels and international paparazzi. Here you can find all big brands like Armani, Versace, Dolce& Gabbana etc.
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