Milan is among the most progressive Italian cities. Yet Milan also offers the Duomo, the mightiest Gothic building ever created, with a capacity of 40,000! Milan is also home to the glass-topped Galleria - the world?s first shopping mall, the famed La Scala Opera House and da Vinci?s restored "Last Supper" fresco
Cultural surprises and shopping galore!
Restored "Last Supper" fresco
The Duomo, the largest Gothic building
La Scala Opera House
Galleria Vittorio
The shopping Galleria is not only known for its fabulous shopping but also for its huge stained glass domed roof (48m), truly magnificent in its array of colors. It is named after Vittorio Emanuele II, the first ruler of Italy.
Duomo
The Milan Duomo is the third largest church in the world and can seat 40,000 worshippers. Its style is a mixture of Gothic and Baroque elements as its construction took several centuries to complete. Inside and out, people stare in amazement at the beauty of the large number of spires, statues, gargoyles, stained glass, and turrets. The marble Tomb of Giacomo de Medici sits in the southern part of the church while high above looms a golden Madonna.
La Scala Opera House
The La Scala Opera House is the premier opera venue of the world. Opera legends such as Maria Callas and Luciano Pavarotti have performed within its walls. One can also visit the adjacent museum.
Cultural surprises and shopping galore!
