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Milan seen with the eyes of Alessandro Manzoni, the famous writer

Portrait of Alessandro Manzoni

On March 7, falls the anniversary of the birth of Alessandro Manzoni. And speaking of falling: it was in 1873 when our Manzoni, already a successful writer known throughout Europe, falls like an ordinary mortal in front of the Church of San Fedele. From this church, before which now stands the bronze statue of the writer, we begin to travel the romantic places in Milan lived by Manzoni, in the years of the Italian Risorgimento and today. Via Morone is the place where one can still visit the house where Manzoni spent much of his life and where he received Verdi, Garibaldi, Balzac. The house-museum occasionally hosts readings of the pages of The Manzoni. The lounge is a true nineteenth century meeting place where the fate of nascent Italy was decided; walking here in Milan today we find ourselves in a place full of atmosphere, but also extremely elegant, at the margins of neighbourhoods of museums such as the Poldi Pezzoli and of the Fashion District. A mixture of art and new not to miss! Looking up to the sky we can see the white spire of the Gothic Cathedral with its golden Madonna, impossible not to visit. Don Lisander, as the Milanese call Manzoni, loved to walk the streets of Milan and perhaps his wandering gave birth to some creative ideas for “I promessi sposi”, his most famous novel. Manzoni describes a Milan in the grip of famine and plague: the first case of plague was recorded in San Babila and spread the plague spreaders on the benches of the Cathedral. The Lazzaretto is one of the most sad places remembered in the novel. The only remnants are visible today in Via San Gregorio between Buenos Aires and Via Tadino, today a shopping and cosmopolite area of Milan, where to shop and live a multicultural atmosphere, for an experience similar to European capitals. Finally, Don Lisander is remembered among the great of Italy at the Cemetery (Cimitero Monumentale), located in the northern part of the town. The atmosphere of Milan's literary elite can still be found walking in the avenues, contemplating the important and majestic buildings that portray a Milan bearer of great culture.

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Christmas fairs and markets in Milan

Christmas Fair in Piazza Duomo, Milan

Milan is one of the more popular and best destinations where you can spend Christmas vacations. Thanks to the number of events hosted daily, like cultural initiatives, fairs, free concerts, typical markets and much more. All this has made Milan one of the best and most attractive towns in Europe for both the young and old people. Especially during Christmas festive, the city assumes a new face; all starts on the 7th of December with a marvelous feasting celebration for the city’s patron, Saint’Ambrose. The day also coincides with the famous and an ancient Christmas market day full of typical products and sweet: the "Oh Bej! Oh Bej!" fair featuring: wine, craft vendors from Piazza Sant'Ambrogio and food. Special churches services during this occasion are held in Duomo. During this festive season, you will have the chance to visit the famous Christmas Craft Fair of Milan L’Artigiano in Fiera, which is largest crafts exhibition in Italy, attracting thousands of foreign exhibitors and visitors to Fiera Milano. With food, clothes, jewelers, antiques, furniture etc. on offer, this places the best alternative for shoppers during Christmas festive. For the running second year, Milan own Christmas Theme Park, the Villaggio delle Meraviglie will be operationalized in the lovely serene Giardini Pubblici Montanelli’s surrounding, one of the best and nicest parks in Milan’s centre. You will also have the opportunity to be entertained by the fairytale village, which is inspired by Christmas. If you have children, the house of Santa will be there, where they can hand Santa Claus their Christmas letters. Adjacent to Santa’s apartment, a toy factory where kids can draw their preferred character will there enabling them to see the animations of their drawings. There will also be rollercoaster in Santa sleigh’s shape; ridding along the mountains snow for the children to see. There will be a rink of ice-skating also where alongside free skating, lessons, and sessions many shows and exhibitions will take place. During Christmas season, Milan’s shopping is unlike other shopping experiences you may have experienced in the past. Most expensive prestigious boutiques and showrooms globally can be seen lining the pedestrian walkways and boulevards in Milan. For instance, Via Montenapoleone the famous crosses Via Della Spiga which in turn is crossed by Via Sant'Andrea forms a part of real estate’s commercials including outlets for Gucci, Cavalli, Versace, Valentino, Louis Vuitton, and Prada among others. This shopping section is just for the high-end goods. When you go shopping for the middle range accessories and fashion the alternatives are even more thrilling. Milan, like any other Italian cities in general, observe Christmas quietly. Here you will see families re-uniting, friends reconciling and the poor fed. During this festive season shop for gifts but also of most important, think of what to cook for Christmas dinner. Here you will see families cooking their traditional favourite foods like: Risotto alla Milanese- which is prepared with onion, saffron, butter, beef bouillon and wine. Cotoletta alla Milanese-a meat typical dish prepared from breaded and Veal cutlets and then fried in butter. Polenta-made with cornmeal, which is ground and then it is served with tomato sauce and some type of meat. Panettone-a popular Christmas cake made with flour, water, dried candied fruits, eggs, and butter. There are a couple of markets during the Christmas festive season throughout Milan. One is the Smart Market which is based on the theme recycling and reusing at the Piazza Sant' Ambrogio; a Christmas edition based on the regular market. This market ends on the 23rd of December of that year. In this market, you can find the famous holiday Panettone, the symbol of Milan. Another shopping trip worth visiting is the market of Lazzate Christmas a small village in the outskirts of Milan. This market has a firm favourite atmosphere for shopping as well as events to keep children happy and an array of mouth-watering goods, many hand-made. You should also note that between Mid-December and 6 January is when Christmas Markets in Milan open and you can buy Italian-made children's toys, local crafts, and seasonal treats. Tips: On 25th of December, Christmas day, you can anticipate all shops, stalls, and markets to be closed. While in Milan, you can also celebrate Christmas by attending midnight masses at Duomo or visiting Christmas crèches within the city. On 26th of December, it is Saint Stephen's Day, is an extension day of Christmas, when families go camping out visiting Christmas markets and viewing nativity sites in churches. On 31st of December it is New Year's Eve or San Silvestro di Festa. This day is marked with much more fanfare in Milan.

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Hotel Il Castelletto

Binasco (10 Km) - Via Dell'Ecologia, 7

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HEART MILAN APARTMENTS DUOMO COLONNE

Milan (22 Km) - Via Pioppette 3

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San Giacomo Horses & Agriturismo

Arluno (23 Km) - Cascina San Giacomo

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Large double/triple rooms with double bed or twin beds, or apartments furnished and equipped. All accommodations have WiFi, TV, air conditioning, refrigerator. Strategic location few minutes from Rho Fair, Area Expo2015, Malpensa and Milan city. Free parking, breakfast buffet.

Hotel Esperia

Rho (24 Km) - Piazza Della Libertà, 2

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Hotel Mec

Milan (24 Km) - Via Tito Livio 4

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Delta Hotel

San Donato Milanese (25 Km) - Via Emilia 2/A

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Hotel Marconi

Milan (25 Km) - Via Fabio Filzi 3

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Hotel Mediolanum

Milan (26 Km) - Via Mauro Macchi 1

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Scia' On Martin

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NH Linate

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Art and culture

Museo Didattico

Morimondo (5 Km)

The Educational Museum is located in the Abbey Monastery, which is currently under renovation. It can be visited both by school groups and tourists. In addition, among the services offered by the museum, it is possible to participate actively in events that organize both the church and the museum. The structure collects liturgical objects that have been found in the area and that are of particular importance.

Museo Internazionale della calzatura "Pietro Bertolini"

Vigevano (11 Km)

Tesoro del Duomo

Vigevano (9 Km)

The Duomo Treasure Museum was inaugurated in the 70s of the last century. Part of the treasure consists of the objects donated by Francesco II Sforza, in 1534. Of great value is a vestment embroidered with gold threads, by Napoleon Bonaparte, who wore it in 1805, during his coronation as King of Italy. One of the sections that catches most interest is the one where the Flemish tapestries in Brussels are kept.

Pinacoteca "C. Ottone"

Vigevano (11 Km)

Castello Visconteo

Abbiategrasso (10 Km)

Built in 1382 by Gian Galeazzo Visconti, the Visconti castle was built in Renaissance style and more than a medieval fortress, it looked like a summer residence. During the 15th century until 1635 the castle played a primary role in the political life of the Duchy of Milan. In 1865 the castle was donated to citizenship and was used as a venue for various associations in the territory. In 1995, after having completely restored it, the “Romeo Brambilla” civic library was inaugurated. The interior frescoes originate from different eras.

Castello Visconteo

Vigevano (9 Km)

Palazzo Sanseverino

Vigevano (9 Km)

Palazzo Sanseverino was also known as the “Rocca Nuova”, to differentiate itself from the other building similar to this. It was built around the early 1490's at the behest of Galeazzo Sanseverino, from which it takes its name. Today we see it as a noble residence, but in reality it has also had military and defensive functions over the centuries. The structure is in good condition, this is also because many renovations have been carried out. The palace is among the most visited in the area.

Piazza Ducale

Vigevano (9 Km)

Piazza Ducale in Vigevano is one of the most beautiful squares of Italy in the Renaissance style. The building began in 1492 at the behest of Ludovico il Moro and ended two years later. It's surrounded on three sides by porticos and facades are decorated with frescoes.

Torre del Bramante

Vigevano (9 Km)

Is the symbol of Vigevano, and was built in stages from 1198 until the fifteenth century, when it was completed by Bramante

Rocca Vecchia

Vigevano (9 Km)

Duomo di Vigevano

Vigevano (9 Km)

The Cathedral of Vigevano is an outstanding example of Baroque architecture

Chiesa di San Francesco

Vigevano (9 Km)

Built in the fourteenth century saw many changes and additions over the centuries till it assumed its current appearance with the façade in Lombard Gothic style with pinnacles above.

Food and wine

Antica Osteria del Ponte

Cassinetta di Lugagnano (13 Km)

Sport and fun

Golf Club Ambrosiano

Bubbiano (3 Km)

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Abbiategrasso (10 Km)

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Binasco (10 Km)

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Bubbiano (4 Km)

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Calvignasco (4 Km)

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Casarile (11 Km)

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Casorate Primo (4 Km)

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Motta Visconti (3 Km)

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Trovo (6 Km)

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Zibido San Giacomo (13 Km)

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Abbiategrasso (11 Km)

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Albairate (12 Km)

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Battuda (9 Km)

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