Business, Fashion & Finance - Milan

Milan is one of Italy’s most fashionable cities and home to some of the country’s major fashion brands. The city is rich in history and has beautiful old architecture.

Milan is the home of the world’s oldest shopping mall, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and a huge, ornate cathedral where construction began in 1386.

Here is what caught my eye, I hope you enjoy!

Duomo square and the entrance to the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

The duomo square at sunset

The Cathedral of Milan ornate facade

The entrance to Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II from the duomo square. The Galleria opened to the public in 1877 and has an iron and glass roof.

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A major landmark, the Galeria Vittorio Emanuele II is a four-story double arcade in the center of the city.

The Galleria was named after Victor Emmanuel II, the first king of the kingdom of Italy.

The Galleria was built between 1865 and 1877 and designed by architect Giuseppe Mengoni .

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The Milan Duomo front facade

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The intricately detailed Duomo doors

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The city’s eclectic architecture

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The lion covered in pigeons in duomo square

The statue dedicated to Vittorio Emanuele II with the Milan Duomo in the background.

The Milan Duomo is said to have over 4,000 statues on it and 135 spires.

Sforzesco Castle was built in the second half of the 14th century by the Visconti family.

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What you should know:

• Milan is a safe and very walkable city.

• There are a mix of pay and free public toilets in the city.

• You could spend a couple of hours to a few days exploring the city.

• There are many restaurant and entertainment options.

• You will need a travel power adapter and valid passport if you are from the United States.

• People are helpful and friendly, and many people speak English.

• The currency used is the Euro.

• Tipping is generally not expected, but feel free to leave something extra if you receive exceptional service.

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