Sant'Ambrogio Basilica, Milano, Lombardia, Italy

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Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio

About Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio

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Basilica di Sant'Ambrogio is one of the oldest churches in Milano. It is considered the second most important church of the city. It was built between 379 and 386 by the bishop of Milan, Ambrogio.

The church was built in an area where they had been buried the martyrs of the Roman persecutions. For this he was dedicated to the martyrs and was called Basilica Martyrum: also Ambrogio wanted storing all the relics of the holy martyrs Satiro, Vittore, Nabore, Vitale, Felice, Valeria, Gervasio e Protasio. Also Sant'Ambrogio was buried there and since then changed the name of Basilica assuming his name.

Basilica Sant'Ambrogio has a long story. The church was reconstructed many times but the it took the final appearance between 1088 and 1099, when the Bishop Anselm insisted radically to rebuilt it in the patterns of Romanesque architecture.

Similar to Santa Maria delle Grazie, during the Second World War, in 1943 it was bombarded and destroyed especially the outside of the porch, damaging the dome of the Basilica, the mosaic behind the altar and other external parts of the church. In the years following the restoration that began in the 50s reported the Basilica to its former glory.

 

The Legends of Sant'Ambrogio

There are two interesting Legends related to two of the columns in Basilica d Sant'Ambrogio:

 

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All the complex of Sant'Ambrogio has an interesting architecture as outside, as inside and it is worth seeing.

Attached to the Basilica di Sant'Ambrogio is the beautiful palace with the gardens Catholic University of Sacro Cuore, the Library of the Catholic University of Sacro Cuore and Shrine of the Fallen in the War.

 

How to reach Sant'Ambrogio?

Underground MM2 (green line) at S. Ambrose.

BUS ATM: 50, 58, 94.

 

Opening Hours

Monday to Saturday: 10.00 - 12.00 14.30 - 18.00

Sunday: 15.00 - 17.00

 

Address

Milano 20123, Italy Piazza Sant'Ambrogio 15

☎ +39 02 86 45 08 95

E-mail:

Web Site: Official Web Site

 

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Chiesa Santa Maria delle Grazie, Milano, Lombardia, Italy

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Chiesa di Santa Maria delle Grazie (Milano)

"The Last Supper" by Leonardo da Vinci

 

About Chiesa di Santa Maria delle Grazie (The famous church in Milan)

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The Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie is a basilica and shrine in Milan, a member of the Dominican Order and headed to the parish of San Vittore al Corpo.

It is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site together with the "Last Supper" by Leonardo da Vinci. It is in the refectory of the convent (owned by the City of Milan).

 

A short History of the Church Santa Maria delle Grazie

In 1463 the Duke of Milan Francesco I Sforza ordered to build a Dominican convent and a church in the place where there was situated a small chapel dedicated to Santa Maria delle Grazie.

The architect of the project was Guiniforte Solari. The convent was completed in 1469 while the church was not built until 1482. Other changes were made ​​when the power was changed. Ludovico il Moro decided to change the cloister and the apse of the church. The building was completed around 1490. Il Moro had also decided to do the church a burial place of the Sforza and in 1497 and was buried there his wife Beatrice d'Este. According to an ancient tradition of Milan, Ludovico il Moro he also build a tunnel connecting the Castle Sforzesco with the church, then called "Sforzesco al Convento".

The lantern was at first attributed to Bramante, although it lacks any proof except that Bramante was in those years ducal engineer and was appointed once in the acts of the church (a marble delivery in 1494). But some recent studies are named also Amadeo, almost certainly the Bramante had still to be responsible for the initial design, but then he did not follow the actual works, which certainly were directed by Giovanni Antonio Amadeo. The basic size of 24 arms in Milan used for the sacristy was used by the same architect for the chapel in Santa Maria alla Fontana. In 1497 he bought 64 columns of light stone of Saltrio for the lantern and another 128 pieces of black and white stone to be delivered for transportation across Lake Lugano from Porto Ceresio or Riva San Vitale. In 1499 Milan was invaded by the French and then they stopped to build it. And even today the church is divided into two parts, one part is ancient and the front is more modern.

 

"The Last Supper" by Leonardo da Vinci

Santa Maria delle Grazie is a famous church in Milano because there, inside the church you can see the "Ultima Cena", called also "Cenacolò" or "The Last Supper" by Leonardo Da Vinci.

 

If you are curious to know more about this miraculous painting take a look at:

 

Cenacolò Miracoloso

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How to reach Santa Maria delle Grazie?

Tram 18-24: Corso Magenta - Santa Maria delle Grazie

MM1 Metro stop: Conciliation or Cadorna Metro MM2: Cadorna

 

Opening Hours

For Santa Maria delle Grazie Church

Monday to Friday: 7.00 - 12.00 15.00 - 19.00

Saturday and Sunday: 7.30 - 12.15 21.00

Free Admission

 

For "The Last Supper" by Leonardo

Tuesday to Sunday:

Tuesday to Sunday: 8.15 - 18.45

Maximum group of 25 people admitted every 15 minutes.

 

Closed:

Monday, January the 1st, May the 1st, December the 25th.

 

Address

Milano 20123, Italy

Santa Maria delle Grazie church:

Piazza Santa Maria delle Grazie, 2

 

The "Last Supper" by Leonardo

Piazza Santa Maria delle Grazie, 2

Corso Magenda, close to the church

 

☎ +39 02 92 80 03 60 - for Booking your visit from Monday to Sunday: 8.00 - 18.30

☎ +39 02 467 61 11 - Switchboard Convent Dominican Fathers;

 

Web Site: Official Web Site

 

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La Scala Theater, Milano, Lombardia, Italy

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Teatro della Scala

 

About Teatro della Scala

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The Teatro alla Scala (shortly La Scala) is one of the most famous theaters in the world for over two hundred years has hosted the best artists and was still commissioner of works presented in the opera seasons worldwide. It is located in the square Santa Margherita Scala, flanked by Casino Memories, now home to the Theater Museum at La Scala.

The theater takes its name from the Church of Santa Maria alla Scala, named in honor of the patron Regina della Scala, building demolished in the late eighteenth century to make way for the theater (New Reggio Ducal Teatro alla Scala), inaugurated on August 3, 1778 with the famous opera "Europa Riconosciuta" ("Recognized Europe"), composed for the occasion by Antonio Salieri.

 

Teatro della Scala Museum

If you wish to touch to the Theater La Scala you should visit its Museum La Scala.

The Museum of the Theater La Scala was officially opened on 8 March 1913 in the former Casino Memories attached to the Teatro alla Scala in a solemn ceremony. At the initial nucleus, consisting of the collection Sambon. During the years were added numerous donations and purchases that make today the collection of the Museum of the richest and most envied in the world. Among the deposits should be reported to the retirement home for musicians foundation Giuseppe Verdi, as well as public ones.

To the Museum it is attached the Library, founded in its present conformation with 40 000 books donated by the author and critic of the Corriere della Sera - Renato Simoni in 1952 who wanted to be dedicated to his mother Livia. The collection is continuously enriched and updated.

You can find many musical instruments and other things there: the virginal painting by Guaracino in 1667 to move to some examples of psaltery, lute, lyre-guitar to piano Sommer belonged to Verdi. Around the instruments, on the walls, a painting of Baschenis, '600, above the picture-living showcase of antique instruments. And then the bust of Verdi, sculpted by Gemito in 1874 and above him, almost a historical thread that binds the two protagonists Scala, the portrait of Piermarini, the architect who commissioned the Empress Maria Teresa designed the Teatro alla Scala.

 

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Take in consideration that if you would like to see also the Theater La Scala choice a day and hour for your visit when there are not rehearsals or performances at the moment, so you could take a look at the beautiful hall of the Theater La Scala from the balcony.

 

Opening Hours

Every day:

9.00 - 12.30 (last entry 12)

13.30 - 17.30 (last entry 17)

Closed:

December 7, December 24 afternoon, December 25, December 26, December 31 afternoon, 1 January, Easter Sunday, 1 May, 15 August.

 

Address Theater Museum

Milano 20121, Italy

Piazza Scala, Largo Ghiringhelli 1

☎ +39 02 88 79 74 73

Fax: +39 02 88 79 20 90

E-mail:

Web Site: Official Web Site

 

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Castello Sforzesco, Milano, Lombardia, Italy

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Castello Sforzesco (Sforza Castle)

 

About Castello Sforzesco

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The Castello Sforzesco is one of the main symbols of Milano and its history. It was built in the fifteenth century by Francesco Sforza, who was for some time Duke of Milan, on the ruins of an earlier fortification dating back to the fourteenth century known as Castrum portae Jovis (Castello di porta Giovia o Zobia).

Over the centuries the castle has been considerable changed. Between the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries it was one of the major military citadels in Europe.

Today Castello Sforzesco is home to important cultural institutions and tourist destination.

 

Museums and Exhibitions in Castello Sforzesco

Currently Castello Sforzesco hosts:

  • Pinacoteca del Castello Sforzesco - has a rich collection of paintings, including works by Filippo Lippi, Antonello da Messina, Andrea Mantegna, Canaletto, Correggio, Tiepolo and the last statue of Michelangelo's Pietà Rondanini.
  • Museum of Prehistory
  • Egyptian Museum
  • Museum of Ancient Art
  • Museum of Musical Instruments
  • Museum of Mobile
  • Art Collections
  • Extra-European Collections
  • Rivellino of the Holy Spirit (excursion through the roofs and covered walkways on the outer walls of the castle)
  • Municipal Historical Archives and Library Trivulziana
  • Art Library of the Castello Sforzesco
  • Civic Collection of prints Achille Bertarelli
  • Library of the Castle
  • as well as numerous exhibitions.

 

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Take a look before at the Culture and Events of Castello Sforzesco to see what new you can go and visit there.

Don't miss also to visit and see beautiful large Park Parco Sempione that is situated just behind Castello Sforzesco.

 

Opening Hours

The Castle:

In Winter: 7.00 - 18.00

In Summer: 7.00 a.m. - 19.00

Free admission (except for the castle museums)

 

The Castle Museum:

From Tuesday to Sunday:

9.00 – 17.30 ( last admission at 17.00)

Closed:

Mondays (holidays included),

December 25, January 1, May 1, Easter Monday.

Booking for schools is required!

 

Address

Milano 20121, Italy

Piazza Castello 3, Castle Curator

☎ +39 02 88 46 37 00; +39 02 88 46 37 03

E-mail:

Web Site: Official Web Site 

 

Public transports:

Underground: MM1 Cadorna, Cairoli - MM2 Cadorna, Lanza

Buses: 18, 50, 37, 58, 61, 94

Trams: 1, 2, 4, 12, 14, 19

 

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Duomo Santa Maria Nascente, Milano, Lombardia, Italy

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Duomo di Milano

 

About Duomo di Milano

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  • City: Milano
  • Region: Lombardia
  • Province: Milano
  • Zona: North Italy

 

The Milan Cathedral Santa Maria Nascente - Duomo di Milano is a monument symbol of the region Lombardia.

It is located in the square Piazza del Duomo in the city center of Milano. With its area the Cathedral of Milano is the fourth largest church in Europe, after San Pietro in Vatican, Saint Paul's in London and the Seville Cathedral in Siviglia. It is the most important church of the Archdiocese of Milan and it is the seat of the Parish of Santa Tecla in Milan Cathedral.

In the place where the Duomo stands once stood the ancient cathedral of Santa Maria Maggiore - the Winter Cathedral of Milano, and the Basilica of Santa Tecla - the Summer cathedral. After the collapse of the tower, Archbishop Antonio de 'Saluzzi supported by the population, promoted the reconstruction of a new and larger cathedral (12 May 1386), which arose on the site of the oldest religious heart of the city. For the new building began to break down both previous churches: Santa Maria Maggiore was demolished first, Santa Tecla later, in 1461-1462 (partly rebuilt in 1489 and finally demolished in 1548).

More info about Duomo di Milano

 

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Today the Milan Cathedral Santa Maria Nascente - Duomo di Milano is one of the most beautiful on the world. Similar to Sagrada Famiglia in Barcelona, Duomo di Milano has its own unique look and beauty. The Cathedral of Milano should be seen as outside as inside to appreciate it.

Do not miss it to see!

 

Opening Hours

The Cathedral:

From Monday to Sunday: 7.00 - 19.00

 

The Terraces:

From Monday to Sunday: 9.00 - 21.30

The Terraces are closed on Christmas Day and May 1st.

 

Duomo Treasure:

From Monday to Friday: 9.30 - 17.30

Saturday: 9.30 – 17.00

Sunday and Holidays: 13.30 – 15.30

Closed during all liturgical celebrations.

 

Baptistery of San Giovanni alle Fonti:

From Monday to Sunday: 9.30 - 17.30

 

Only the Cathedral of Milano Santa Maria Nascente has a free admission.

If you wish to see all in Duomo di Milano it is recommended to buy a combined ticket.

 

Address

Veneranda Fabbrica del Duomo di Milano

Via Arcivescovado, 1

20122 - Milano, Italy

☎ +39 02 72 023 375;  +39 02 72 022 656

Fax: + 39 02 72 022 419

E-mail:

Web Site: Official Web Site

 

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