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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.

scritto da Redazione Visit Italy - ultima modifica il 19/01/2020

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.

scritto da Alexandra Evans - ultima modifica il 17/11/2021

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San Giacomo Horses & Agriturismo

Arluno (7 Km) - Cascina San Giacomo

e-mail www +39290377123

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.

Scia' On Martin

Buscate (10 Km) - Viale 2 Giugno, 1

e-mail www +39331803000

Hotel Esperia

Rho (14 Km) - Piazza Della Libertà, 2

e-mail www +3929303971

VIRGINIA PALACE HOTEL

Garbagnate Milanese (18 Km) - Via Montenero 127

e-mail www +39299028054

HEART MILAN APARTMENTS DUOMO COLONNE

Milan (23 Km) - Via Pioppette 3

e-mail www +393466508692

Hotel Il Castelletto

Binasco (23 Km) - Via Dell'Ecologia, 7

e-mail www +3929052940

Hotel Marconi

Milan (24 Km) - Via Fabio Filzi 3

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Hotel Mediolanum

Milan (25 Km) - Via Mauro Macchi 1

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Hotel Mec

Milan (25 Km) - Via Tito Livio 4

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NEO HOTEL

Bresso (25 Km) - Via Xxv Aprile 49/51

e-mail www +3926101422

Cosmo Hotel Palace

Cinisello Balsamo (27 Km) - Via De Sanctis 5

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Farm House

Country

Oasi WWF di Vanzago

Vanzago (9 Km)

The Vanzago Oasis has an area of about 200 hectares. The area is managed by the WWF which deals with the preservation of the woods but also animals. In fact, they built a hospital that deals with the injured animals that after being treated are brought back to their habitat.

Art and culture

Castello Visconteo

Abbiategrasso (8 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.

Food and wine

Ristorante Pizzeria il Palio

Magenta

Osteria Del Ponte

Cuggiono (8 Km)

Antica Osteria del Ponte

Cassinetta di Lugagnano (5 Km)

Tulip Winebar S.N.C. Di E. Callini E A De Clementi

Arconate (9 Km)

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I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Magenta

Magenta

Comune di Cerano

Cerano (11 Km)

Comune di Castelletto Sopra Ticino

Castelletto Ticino (34 Km)

Fondazione per la promozione dell'Abbiatense

Abbiategrasso (9 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Abbiategrasso

Abbiategrasso (8 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Albairate

Albairate (7 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Arconate

Arconate (9 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Arluno

Arluno (6 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Bareggio

Bareggio (9 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Bernate Ticino

Bernate Ticino (5 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Boffalora Sopra Ticino

Boffalora Sopra Ticino (3 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Buscate

Buscate (11 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Busto Garolfo

Busto Garolfo (9 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Casorezzo

Casorezzo (7 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Cassinetta Di Lugagnano

Cassinetta di Lugagnano (5 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Cerano

Cerano (10 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Cisliano

Cisliano (9 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Corbetta

Corbetta (3 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Cuggiono

Cuggiono (7 Km)

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Inveruno (6 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Marcallo Con Casone

Marcallo Con Casone (2 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Mesero

Mesero (5 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Ossona

Ossona (5 Km)

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Ozzero (11 Km)

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Parabiago (11 Km)

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Pregnana Milanese (11 Km)

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Robecco sul Naviglio (3 Km)

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Santo Stefano Ticino (4 Km)

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Sedriano (7 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Vanzago

Vanzago (11 Km)

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Vermezzo con Zelo (11 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Villa Cortese

Villa Cortese (11 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Vittuone

Vittuone (6 Km)

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