Things to do in Canegrate Italy – what to see attractions and activities

The Castle of Legnano was better known as the Castle of San Giorgio until the 13th century. The church of San Giorgio was also attached to the building. It has been used for various uses, ultimately that of a farm. In 2005 it was renovated and opened to the public, and since 2007 it became part of the project “Sale Legnano”.

The Guido Sutermeister Civic Museum collects the materials found by the engineer Guido Sutermeister during the years 1925 and 1964. These findings demonstrate the existence of a local civilization since the Bronze Age. The Museum consists of five rooms where the materials are exhibited.

The Teatro and Congress Center or rather Teatro Cantoni was home, during the twentieth century, of the homonymous Legnanese cotton mill and is currently the venue of seminars on Art and Theatre. It also hosted the various essays of the Teatro Junior School of Legnano.

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.

The Museum was established in 1976, for all fans of the famous Milanese brand. This is a large exhibition with more than 100 cars of all types, and about forty models of automotive and aviation engines. Inside we find a great audiovisual documentation on the evolution of machines, which are displayed chronologically with detailed descriptions.

The oasis is a wooded area with an area of ??about 7 hectares where near the river Nirone. It is managed only by volunteers.

The first feature of Villa San Carlo Borromeo is that of being a house-museum. It is a historic villa built during the 14th century. This is located in a beautiful park with an area of eleven hectares. It is a permanent museum with a rich collection of works of art in every corner of the building. Currently, in addition to the Museum, the Villa also houses a 5-star luxury hotel.

The museum was created by Giancarlo Tosi in the twentieth century and was placed on a department store in the homonymous agricultural company. In the gallery we find the greatest documentations of the evolution of the work activity of the beginning of the 20th century. These important testimonies are given by tractors of different brands.

Villa Scheibler takes its name from its last owners and was built in two different historical periods, the first construction dates back to the mid-'400 and then expanded in the '700. It was designed as a hunting estate for the famous nobleman Ludovico il Moro and had a church and a stable inside it. Since it was abandoned for a long time, much of the church is degraded. The villa is surrounded by a beautiful park that is under restoration. The beauty of the park and the clubs make it a Little Versaille.

Cascina Monastero is located west of the city and is an ancient monastery adapted and used as a rural dwelling. Until the 1950s the peasants took care of and cultivated the fields, and in 1960 it was purchased by the City Council. After the renovation, it became the seat of the Council in the area. Noteworthy is the frescoes room that is often used for exhibitions, art competitions and presentations organized by the municipality.

This monument is a monastery and is located on the outskirts of Milan. It was founded in 1349, by the bishop and lord of the city and had the honor of hosting, for a short time, the famous writer Francesco Petrarca. The facade is decorated with modules mixed between the Renaissance and Baroque style, consisting of many statues, obelisks, friezes and flames. In addition, inside, the ceiling is decorated with an octagonal tiburio, while the church has a single nave with barrel vault and geometric stuccoes.

In the historical Meazza stadium, home of the two Milan's football teams, you can visit this unique museum that tells the story of Inter and Milan.

The Paolo Pini Art Museum is located inside the former Paolo Pini Psychiatric Hospital in Milan. A museum is dedicated to contemporary art, it was created in 1993 by Teresa Melorio, Enza Baccei and the Department of Mental Health of the Niguarda Ca 'Granda Hospital. It was opened to the public in 1995, and exhibits the ideas of professional artists and people suffering from psychic distress. Inside the Museum we find a collection of international level that houses the works of over 140 artists.

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.

The Litta Modignani villa consists of a central building with three floors from which short side bodies extend that form a small courtyard for carriages. The construction dates back to the early 18th century and was the home of the homonymous family. In the facades you can see decorations such as bands and frames and some balconies with iron railings. Although in poor condition due to inuse, the villa inside it maintains many decorations in the doors, scrolls and frescoed vaults.

The Museum of People and Culture in Milan was founded in 1862 by the missionaries, and opened to the public only in 1910. Inside we can admire a large collection of objects of art and everyday life from Asian countries, in particular those coming from China. The museum is available to the public.

Cassina Anna is a well-stocked library located in a building from the twentieth century. The renovations have recently ended, which made it very modern. In fact, interested parties can consult, not only paper volumes, but also audiovisual materials including films and documentaries with the help of experienced competent staff.