Location: Centro Storico
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What to do and see in Centro Storico, Lombardy: The Best Monuments & Statues
One of the world’s fashion capitals, Milan offers endless opportunities for chic shopping. Hit the artsy neighborhood of Brera for leather goods and Via Monte Napoleone for exclusive, expensive boutiques. The enchanting mosaics and glass vaults of Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II make shoppers feel like they’re wandering inside a painting. Take break from your spree to gape at the iconic Duomo, then grab tickets to a performance at La Scala. Post-opera, the Navigli district pulses with late-night activity.
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1. Arco della Pace
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,440 reviews
In 1801 Napoleon ordered the demolition of the fortifications for Milan's Castello Sforzesco. This left a large space for the piazza Sempione, now a suitable site for a monumental construction to serve as a triumphal entrance to the city. Begun in 1807 in honour of Napoleon, the arch was not finished until 1838 for the occasion of the coronation of Ferdinando I as King of Lombardy-Venetia. The work of neoclassical architect Luigi Cagnola, inspired by Settimo Severo's arch in Rome, the structure features three colossal Corinthian columns with an arch made of granite from Baveno and adorned with marble from Crevola di Ossola. It is surmounted by the famous 'sestiga della pace' -- the work of Abbondio Sangiorio -- and by four statues of victorious men on horseback.
Reviewed By blairkk25 - New Jersey, United States
I walked twice from Castello Sforzesco through the Parco Sempione to the Arco della Pace. Both times I walked back. The Arco della Pace (Arch of Peace) is impressive and a good photo opportunity. The history of Arco della Pace is connected to Napoleon.
2. Monumento a Felice Cavallotti
3. Pietre di Inciampo
4. Tempio della Vittoria
5. Monumento alle Cinque Giornate
6. Grande Disco
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4.0 based on 69 reviews
7. Monumento a Leonardo da Vinci
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4.0 based on 281 reviews
Reviewed By paullegate - St Ives, United Kingdom
Located in Piazza della Scala and adjacent to Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is the sculpture of Leonardo da Vinci. The monument was erected in 1872 and was sculpted by Pietro Magni. It is an elaborately designed sculpture and portrays Leonardo da Vinci overseeing four of his students who are located on each of the four corners at the base of the monument. It is in a fitting location within the piazza and is one of many sights to be seen whilst in the city, it is a few steps away from the northern passage entrance of Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.
8. Monumento a Vittorio Emanuele II
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4.0 based on 323 reviews
Reviewed By AMohsen - Port Said, Egypt
It is an impressive statue of a king on horseback and sitting lions in the middle of the beautiful "Piazza del Duomo", so it is a picturesque spot. There are a plenty of pigeons being fed by the visitors and children, but be aware of the beggars utilizing the pigeons' attraction.
9. Monumento a Giuseppe Garibaldi
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4.0 based on 119 reviews
Reviewed By 445nikr - Varna, Bulgaria
In a very central location, on Largo Cairoli, just a stone's throw away form the Castello Sforzesco, is situated the monument of Giuseppe Garibaldi who is considered one of the greatest generals of the modern times. He commanded troops in many military campaigns that subsequently resulted in the unification of Italy. Besides Italy, he also fought in South America during his 14 years of exile. A grand monument, displaying Garibaldi on his horse and with his peculiar, famous cap. Worth to take a look and snap a photo.
10. Porta Garibaldi
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4.0 based on 135 reviews
Reviewed By AMohsen - Port Said, Egypt
After hanging out in the modern side of Milan, which is Piazza Gae Aulenti, I passed through this gate to another side of lovely architecture and shopping opportunities after about 30 minutes’ walk.
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