Milan


Milan

  • About Milan

    This is a gritty major European city with a strong identity which lives and breathes stylish living. Designer labels, boutiques, restaurants, bars, clubs, cafés, fast cars, great furniture, art and design, museums and galleries are all in abundance in Milan.

    On a par with New York, London and Paris as a place to shop, Milan's stylish city centre is the world famous centre for the Italian fashion business.

    Milan, the largest city in Northern Italy, is also renowned for providing Italys stock market and its main business district.

  • Airports

    There are three airports in Milan

    • Malpensa - 48km to the city centre.
    • Orio al Serio - 40km to the centre.
    • Linate - 7km to the centre.

  • Weather

    Mediterranean climate means pleasant weather all year round although summer can sometimes be very hot. Winters experience occasional chilly spells.

  • Cost

    While Milan has many affordable attractions such as museums and galleries its not one of the cheaper cities of Europe. It is worth shopping around for good hotel deals if you are on a budget.

  • Businesses In Milan

    Just some of the famous business headquarters of Milan are: Giorgio Armani, Dolce & Gabbana, Prada, Gianni Versace, Pirelli, Alfa Romeo and Bugatti. Milans Exhibition Centre and Trade Fair complex is one of the most important in the world, ruling the roost for fashion and design led items.

  • Milan Highlights

    The Golden Quad

    Renowned city centre zone which holds some of the worlds most exquisite boutiques and clothing stores. Includes Via Della Spiga and Via Monte Napoleone. Boutiques include: Robert Cavalli, Missoni, D&G, Vivienne Westwood and just about anyone else worth knowing.

    The Duomo

    Milans breathtaking cathedral is famous for its medieval spires and statues. Started in 1387 and finished five hundred years later, its an intricate masterpiece adorned with over 3,000 statues. One of the largest and most impressive cathedrals in the world.

    The Scala

    The worlds most famous opera house was first opened in 1778. The gala opening night of the opera season is December 7 each year, the feast day of Saint Ambrogio, Milans patron saint.

    Galleria Vittorio Emmanuele

    One of the most famous shopping arcades in Europe. This ornate arcade offers traditional cafes, bars and shops. Includes the Prada boutique.

    Brera Art Gallery

    One of Italys most prestigious art collections. Masterworks by Raphael and Caravaggio are just some of the paintings on display.

    Football In Milan

    Visit the San Siro, home to AC Milan and Internazionale, two of the biggest and most successful clubs in the world. The San Siro is an impressive sight in itself, an innovative and spectacular example of sports stadium design. 85,000 spectators fit in on match days but there is also a daily tour and a museum that is sure to delight football fans.

  • Conclusion

    Although not especially known for its picture post-card looks you will find plenty to marvel at in Milan in terms of architecture.

    From its breathtaking gothic cathedral, one of the largest and most spectacular in the world, to a wealth of modern buildings including the impressive San Siro, this is a fascinating city.

    If you come armed with your credit card, enjoy the good life, welcome sophistication and enjoy elegance but also like a city that works as well as plays hard you will not be disappointed in Milan.

  • Key Facts

    • Name - Milan
    • Population - 1,320,000
    • Time Zone - GMT +2 (Central European Time)
    • Language - Italian
    • Currency - Euro