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

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.

From the Visconti Castle of Rozzano there have been historical references since the year 1000 and from historical materials it turns out that it was inhabited during the fourteenth century. The fortress was owned by the Trivulzio family who gave it, in 1836, to the Visconti di Modrone. This family owes the various structural extensions as well as the reconstructions of the interior spaces. The building has brick walls that enclose a square courtyard with towers placed at the corners of the structure.

From the Visconti Castle of Rozzano there have been historical references since the year 1000 and from historical materials it turns out that it was inhabited during the fourteenth century. The fortress was owned by the Trivulzio family who gave it, in 1836, to the Visconti di Modrone. This family owes the various structural extensions as well as the reconstructions of the interior spaces. The building has brick walls that enclose a square courtyard with towers placed at the corners of the structure.

The imposing Castle of Tolcinasco dates back to the 16th century and was built at the behest of the D'Adda family. Initially its purpose was to barn and only later it was used as an agricultural court. Today it is considered as one of the most beautiful examples of fortified casina. It is currently privately owned.

The Automobile Museum was born with the intent to illustrate the history of engines and their evolution. The collection was managed by Gianni Mazzocchi who collected about fifty vintage cars, sidecars and motorcycles built during the twentieth century and a considerable number of bicycles and carriages of the end. of the nineteenth century.

The Foundation of Arnaldo Pomodoro was founded in 1995 by the will of the great Italian artist and sculptor who decided to establish a foundation with the intent of being a place for study and comparison of the avant-garde themes contemporary. There have been numerous offices scattered around Lombardy that have received great interest from art professionals and also from visitors. Currently, the property has moved to Via Vigevano 9, near the Navigli Darsena in Milan. Since 2007, the Foundation has been recognized as the Museum of the Lombardy Region.

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.

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.

The Naviglio was born by taking water from Ticino and ends up in the dock of Porta Ticinese. It has a length of 49.9 km and a width ranging from 22 to 50 meters. It was the first work of its kind ever made in Europe and is the most important among the Navigli in Milan. Originally it was not navigable and was used only for irrigation, but with the end of the enlargement work in 1272, by Maestro G. Arribotti, the channel became navigable and facilitated the transport of goods of agriculture.

Naviglio Pavese is a 33 km long channel, which rises from the dock of Porta Ticinese. It is a navigable channel, and it is part of the ships of Milan. Until the 1950s it was used for merchant sailing and in '65 it was traveled by the last transport boats, while today it is used only as an irrigation channel.

The system of irrigation and navigation channels, which connected Lake Maggiore, Como and the lower Ticino is called Navigli. The construction of the system began in the twelfth century and ended in the 19th century. Thanks to the irrigation system, many areas were made productive. There are five ships that are part of the Milanese Navigli system: Grande, Pavese, Martesana, Paderno and Bereguardo.

The Fondazione Scuole Civiche di Milano has created a virtual museum dedicated to animation theater to enhance its collection, consisting of over 5,000 pieces including figures and documentary material. BUMA, the museum of Puppets and Puppets, is an opportunity to learn about a collection among the largest and most complete in Europe, unique for the integrity of the pieces preserved and which includes over 500 puppets and puppets, from the '700 to the 40s of the twentieth century, with related accessories for tailoring and set designs.

The theater was founded in 1995, by R. Martinelli as the Open Theater. It is located in the heart of Milan and is a space dedicated to the production and presentation of artistic works. Great works by famous authors have been created in this theater such as 'Symphony for Alone Bodies', 'Songs of Chaos', 'Fighting Negro and Dogs, 'and many more.

The Diocesan Museum of Milan was founded in 2001 by the Archdiocese of Milan. It was created to collect and enhance the public an exhibition of the artistic heritage of sacred art through frescoes and works dating back to the fourth and 21st centuries. In addition, sculptures, documents, goldsmiths, prayers and old church ornaments are exhibited in the museum. The museum is available to the public.

Casa Grondona was built in the late 19th century on commission of the owner of the homonymous mechanical workshop, which at that time was considered the best. The designer of the building was E. Terzaghi, who used a late Renaissance style. The entire building is structured around a fully open courtyard on the back garden.

Porta Ticinese is one of the six main gates of Milan, obtained within the Bastions. Today it presents the neoclassical door of Cagnola and the adjoining datiari toll booths. In the past Porta Ticinese identified one of the six historical districts in which the city was divided, the Sestiere of Porta Ticinese. Currently you can visit and admire.

The Basilica, located in Corso di Porta Ticino, is one of the oldest churches in Milan. In the churchyard are the famous Columns of San Lorenzo

The gallery is located at the National Science Museum and collects a large series of objects, handmade and nautical products. We also find artifacts such as shells, carved sperm whale teeth and ostrich grapes, all decorated by hand by sailors. In addition to this, it also contains seven beautiful wooden statues which were placed on the stern of the boat. These sculptures are called figurehead, and they belong to the 19th century.

The Educational Naval Museum has recently been incorporated by the National Museum of Science and Technology. Inside it, the best known naval weapons are kept starting from the bombs used in the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries, up to the cannons of the Last World War. The Museum also houses a collection of about two hundred models of the Italian Navy from 1861 to today, as well as a series of historical instruments.

Opened in 1953 with an exhibition on Leonardo Da Vinci, it aims to safeguard the scientific and technological heritage. Of great importance in Italy, it also houses a collection of machine models made ??from drawings by Da Vinci.

These are sixteen marble columns with Corinthian capitals that support the trabeation of a Roman building dating back to the 3rd century, probably the great spas wanted by the Emperor Maximian. The columns were transported to the current location in the fourth century, to complete the nascent Basilica of San Lorenzo.

The Museum of the Pusterla of Sant'Ambrogio also known by the name Museum of Criminology and Ancient Weapons, is located at the Pusterla of Sant'Ambrogio. The Museum houses ancient objects and weapons, and instruments of torture, dating from the Middle Ages until the 19th century. The most significant torture instruments present in the Museum are the guillotine and the electric chair.

The Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio also known as the minor Roman basilica is one of the oldest churches in Milan, the second for its importance. It belongs to the early Christian and medieval times. The Museum was founded in 1949, and is placed in three rooms, where sacred vestments and liturgical objects from various eras are exhibited that document the history of the Basilica.

A bit hidden but one of the most beautiful and oldest churches in Milan. The old courtyard, the beautiful interior frescoes, the golden altar, the chapels: everything is worth of a visit, even the museum hosting tapestries and art objects.

The Francesco Messina Museum was created in 1974 by the City of Milan, in honor of the Sicilian artist, Francesco Messina. It is located inside the ancient deconsecrated church of S. Sisto. The Museum houses about eighty sculptures and thirty works in paper.

The circus was an ancient building connected to the imperial palace and had several important functions over time. Only a few cities could boast of owning a circus, as it was a symbol of great economic power. Its construction dates back to the 3rd century at the behest of the Emperor Maximian. The best preserved part of the circus is one of the towers.

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 Palace reflects a baroque structure. Its construction dates back to the seventeenth century and is divided over three floors. The peculiarity of the building is represented by the Courtyard of Honor and the Courtyard of the Clock. He underwent restoration work as a result of damage reported after World War II.

The construction of the Spanish walls took place between 1548 and 1562, at the behest of Ferrante I Gonzaga, governor at the time of the city, when he was under Spanish rule. The initial project to strengthen the city's defenses, carried out by Giovanni Maria Olgiati, provided for the construction of a new imposing castle in the southern part of the city, but the project came set aside for the excessive burden and it was preferred to build a new city wall better suited to the progress of military technique.

Porta Ticinese is one of the six main gates of Milan, obtained inside the Bastions. Today characterized by the presence of the neoclassical door of Cagnola and the adjoining datiary toll booths. In the past Porta Ticinese identified one of the six historical districts in which the city was divided, the Sestiere of Porta Ticinese. Currently you can visit and admire.

Beautiful church in a Dominican convent of 1500 with the famous Last Dinner by Leonardo da Vinci located in the refectory. Saved by a miracle during the Second World War, attracts tens of thousands of tourists every year.

The Museum is entirely dedicated to the renowned work of Leonardo Da Vinci: The Last Supper. The painting is located in the Refectory of the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie and was commissioned to Leonardo by Ludovico il Moro in 1494. The great artist took three years to complete it, using a new technique for the fresco.

The Palazzo Trivulzio was built in the early 18th century, on commission of the homonymous family and is a work by the architect G. Ruggeri. The facade is modest with decorations where the balcony stands out with the family coat of arms. Inside, however, you can notice the luxury of decorations with rich particularities such as porches, decorated ceilings and lavish furnishings. The palace became famous in the past for the parties held inside it.

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.

The palace was built at the end of the 13th century at the behest of the Borromeo family, and is one of the oldest residences in Milan. Over the years, the palace has undergone several restorations, losing part of the Gothic architecture. It consists of two courtyards, but only the 'honorable' courtyard is the best preserved part of this building. Inside it presents a cycle of frescoes that decorate the central hall and the rich art gallery, works by Michelino di Besozzo.

It is not known exactly when Palazzo Litta Cusini was erected, which is apparently relatively new, but it is believed to have been superimposed on a very old building. The palace has a long façade decorated with small columns and statues with lion heads with open mouths. Another special feature is the widening of the doors to the whole or outside to facilitate the movement of the carriages. One of the corridors is decorated with medallions depicting the Duke and his wife.

The work of the well-known architect Bartolomeo Bolli, Palazzo Litta is certainly the jewel of Milan, and is often referred to as the most important symbol of the Baroque style. It has a central structure, three floors high with a portal covered by the convex balcony. All the windows are decorated with folders, garlands in the gables and shells, instead those on the first floor also have small balconies. Do not miss the main floor that contributed to the fame of the building.

The construction of the Church of San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore dates back to 1503. It was employed as the seat of the Benedictine women's monastery in Milan. The interior walls are the most important and suggestive attraction, in fact they are entirely frescoed with bright colors that immediately capture the gaze of visitors.

The Ospedale Maggiore holds well over 2800 artistic goods, including paintings, sculptures and objects dating back to the XVI-XXI centuries. The famous Quadreria contains portraits of benefactors of the hospital ranging from the late '400 to the present day, and sculptures and sacred objects. Beyond artistic relevance, the Quadreria is famous for the complexity of its keys to reading. Also of great importance are the portraits of the most famous presidents and doctors who worked in the hospital.

The Pinacoteca Ambrosiana is in the building where the headquarters of the famous Biblioteca Ambrosiana, was founded by Federico Borromeo in 1621 to combine its existing library, and initially began as an academy of painting and sculpture.

The building was designed by the Florentine architect Filarete, and is famous because it was one of the first Renaissance buildings in Milan. The construction was started in the mid-'400 on commission of the Duke of Milan, with the aim of providing the city with a single large hospital for the hospitalization and care of the sick. Although built in the Baroque era, the 300-meter-long façade has the fifteenth-century decorative elements. Today the building is home to the University of Milan.

Located inside of the Teatro alla Scala, it was established in 1913. There is a great collection of costumes, letters of composers, musical instruments, and other collections. Its library houses over 45,000 volumes.

A museum of twenty rooms that collects the history and artistic works of the Cathedral of Milan. It was inaugurated in 1953. Here you can appreciate the works of sanctuary, graphics, paintings and sketches in clay.

The loggia was built in the early fourteenth century, on commission by Matteo Visconti and is a work by the architect San Gimignano. The style used is Gothic and can be seen on the building with porches and loggias. On the façade you can see two overlapping loggias, on the top floor there are statues collected by a series of three windows. The façade is decorated with Viscount coats of arms and heraldic emblems of the wards.

The Palazzo dei Giureconsulti was built at the behest of the noble Giovanni Angelo Medici, in the mid-16th century, and is a work by the architect V. Seregni. The building is one of the most important buildings in Piazza dei Mercanti and was initially designed to host the college of “Noble Doctors”, an institution to train important figures of the state such as senators and judges. Over the centuries the building was destroyed and rebuilt several times. Since 1911 it has been owned by the Chamber of Commerce and hosts conferences, conferences and exhibitions.

Piazza Mercanti is located at Piazza del Duomo in Milan. It was created in the 13th century, and has a rectangular shape. In the Middle Ages, the square was the center of city life.

The Palatine School Palace was built in the '600, by the architect Carlo Buzzi. It consists of two floors, with arched porch and is rich in decorations. On the ground floor there is a tombstone with an epigram of the famous poet Ausonio. The triangular windows are lined with mermaids and contain heraldic coats of arms. The facade contains a statue of Saint Augustine, a teacher who taught in the institute.

The Treasure of the Duomo was recently moved to the New Great Museum of the Duomo in Milan, located in the Royal Palace. It is composed of precious jewellery and ivory objects, sacred furnishings, paintings and statues known throughout Europe for their priceless value.

The palace was built in the mid-20th century, by the collaboration of three architects. The monument consists of two buildings with façades clad in marble and decorated with bas-reliefs by A. Martini. On the base there are rectangular portals with frames with floral motifs. In the 1950s, the building underwent a renovation and was used as municipal offices. Since 2009, the palace has been home to the Museo del Novecento.

The origin of the palace dates back to the 13th century and until the middle of the 17th century it served as the seat of the Municipality. The building is certainly a medieval testimony from a historical and architectural point of view, with a typical rectangular structure and with two extensive aisles of arcades that form a real covered square, which was used for the traditional fair, at the time of the Visconti. The second floor consists of a large room with an area of one thousand square meters. Today the palace hosts art and photography exhibitions.

The building is located in the heart of Milan, behind the Palace of Justice. It is a historic building from the 15th century, characterized by famous cloisters and the splendid frescoes hall. It contains a courtyard and a refectory that has been refurbished and adapted into a lounge for various parties and presentations with a capacity for 200 guests.

Splendid example of mastery of 1400 architects. The construction of this enormous church began in 1386 and ended during 1900. From the roof, a beautiful view on Milan and Po Valley. Inside the Dome there is the Cathedral Museum with priceless treasur

The Piccolo Teatro was founded on 14 May 1947, by Giorgio Strehler, Paolo Grassi and Nina Vinchi, and is the first Italian building, in order of time, as well as the best known, in Italy and abroad. “Theatre of Art for All” was the slogan that accompanied the Piccolo at his birth and even today it fully summarizes its aims: to stage quality shows addressed to the wider public possible. Since 1991, the Piccolo Teatro di Milano has also been “Teatro d'Europa”.

Following the collapse of the bell tower of St. Stephen in 1642, the church was renovated once in 1679 by Giovanni Andrea Biffi (one of the architects of the Fabbrica del Duomo di Milano), who intervened mainly on the facade dand

The Archbishop's Palace is located in Piazza Fontana and is the work of several architects. Over the centuries the palace has been rebuilt many times, and today only a part that preserves medieval architecture and a hamlet with decorations have remained intact. During the renovation in the late 19th century, fourteenth-century frescoes were found, which decorated the living room. Part of these frescoes and others recovered in other spaces of the building are exhibited today in the Archbishopric.

Marble floor and mosaics, arches and iron beams supporting the roof and bringing int the sunlight. Ancient and historical shops and stores in a shopping center context. Beautiful passage between Piazza Duomo and Piazza della Scala.

The symbol of the city of Milan, it was built in the fifteenth century by Francesco Sforza. It was a major military citadels in Europe between the sixteenth and the seventeenth century. Today, it houses the Egyptian Museum, an art gallery, among other galleries and museums of the Viscount.

The Colonna del Verziere is part of the most famous monuments in Milan, built in the Baroque style, it is called this way, by the famous Verziere market that was held around the column. It consists of a granite column from Baveno, with the statue of Christ on top. The shelves at its base also served as an altar for outdoor masses. It is one of the very few columns of Milan, which has survived to the present day.

The prestigious Teatro alla Scala was built in 1776 by ??order of Maria Theresa of Austria. it was opened in 1778. It takes its name from the church, which was demolished to make way for the Duke's theater.

The Palace of Justice in Milan is a relatively new building, which was built by the architect Marcello Piacentini, in the years 1932 and 1940. The interior of the building is beautifully decorated with high reliefs, mosaics, frescoes and statues that illustrate the history of Justice. The main facade and the entrance are dominated by impressive Latin phrases, concerning the principles of Justice.

It is a structure in late Baroque style, the work of the architects Arrigoni, Croce and Raffagno. Its construction dates back to the 17th century, initially it was a cemetery for the dead of the Ca' Granda. The original core of the complex is the church which has a plan in the shape of a cross. An octagonal dome crowned by the slender lantern rises at the intersection of the arms. Since 1958 the complex has been owned by the Municipality and is often used as an exhibition space for exhibitions, screenings and cultural events.

The Museum of Art and Science is located at the Sforzesco Castle. It was founded in 1990 by the will of the German physicist, Gottfried Matthaes. The Museum is located in six rooms, and inside it houses a large collection of Buddhist and African art. It was born to collect and enhance foreign art and culture through paintings, sculptures, tapestries and carpets. The museum is available to the public.

The structure was built in the mid-1500s and was the residence of the sculptor, Leone Leoni. It consists of two orders and an attic which is punctuated vertically into seven compartments. On the ground floor you can see eight colossal caryatids in stone, which depict the defeated barbarians. On the main floor, we find the recessed columns of Ionian order that alternate with niches and windows to which in the 19th century the balconies were added to it. The courtyard is rectangular with three porch wings.

Palazzo Brentani was built in the 17th century, but its current appearance dates back to the reconstruction that took place in the 19th century, on commission of the Greppi family. The front side is divided into three floors with a stone base and in the center is the main entrance. The eleven medallions with the busts of the big names in the history of Milan are located above the windows of the first floor. In 1923, a new courtyard was built covered by engineer Giovan Battista Casati.

This foundation is unique in its kind and among the most famous in Italy. It was created in 1988, on the occasion of the Italianische Zeichnung exhibition, in memory of the well-known collector Antonio Mazzotta. The aim is to enhance the visual art collection through various exhibitions, concerts and conferences. Before creating this foundation, Mazzotta had already published books and created multiples that have made the history of contemporary art, holding exhibitions in Italy and Europe.

Palazzo Belgioioso was built at the behest of Prince Albert XII and was built by the architect Piermarini. The building best reflects neoclassical architecture, and is surrounded by three courtyards with Doric granite columns. All facades are marked by three doors and twenty-five windows decorated with eagles, palm trees and crowns. Inside the main floor we can admire a series of rooms decorated with frescoes and gold stuccoes.

Palazzo Anguissola dates back to the period of neoclassicism and was the home of Count Antonio Anguissola. The building was built between 1775 and 1778, by the architects Soave and Canonica. Inside it is decorated with frescoes, imitation marbles, gilding and mosaics, recreating the atmosphere of classical civilization. Since 2011, the building has been home to the Gallerie d'Italia and houses about 200 works from the '800- '900.

This monument is located in the center of Piazza Sempione and is the most interesting example of neoclassical architecture in the city. In 1807 work began on the construction by Luigi Cagnola, but they were interrupted following the defeat of Napoleon. Thanks to the will of Francis I of Austria, the construction was completed in 1838. The arch is built of Baveno granite and on its top stand out a group of bronze statues representing 'The Sestiga of Peace' and four 'Victories on Horse'.

Located in the heart of Milan, the Teatro Nuovo was born in 1938 on a project of the architect Lancia. It has a capacity of 1,100 seats and hosts events of all kinds like big-name fashion parades, concerts and other major international gala.

The Poldi Pezzoli Museum was established in 1881, by the nobleman Gian Giacomo Poldi Pezzoli. Inside the rooms of the museum is exhibited the enormous artistic heritage of Giacomo Poldi Pezzoli. The majestic collection contains objects such as: furnishings, paintings, sculptures, weapons, watches, porcelain, carpets and tapestries, furniture and goldsmiths.

The Monument to the Five Days was created by the great artist Giuseppe Grandi. It depicts in an allegorical way the famous “5 days of Milan”, namely the popular rebellion of the Risorgimento. Every day is represented by a female figure who expresses the feelings of the people until the moment of victory.

The aquarium was established in 1906 and is the third oldest in Europe. It is regarded as a very special building with Milanese Art Nouveau architecture. Two years after its construction it was enriched with an Applied Biology Station. During the war it suffered a lot of damage, but following a restoration it reopened in 1963. In 2003 it underwent another restoration that turned it into a real technologically advanced aquarium.

The Giovanni Lorenzi Collection Museum was founded in 1929 by Giovanni Lorenzi. The Museum collects and presents the work done by Giovanni Lorenzi after years of experience as a garzone from Arezzo. It is located in the heart of the Monte Napoleone district, in the center of Milan where the shop is also located. Inside the museum houses a large collection of safety razors, almost 3700 models dating back to World War I.

The arena is a work by architect L. Canonica, inaugurated in August 1807. It was built over the ruins of Spanish fortifications, and is certainly one of the most distinct monuments in the city. You can immediately notice the neoclassical style, the arena has an elliptical shape 238 meters long and 116 meters wide. During the 19th century it was used for parties, tournaments, chariot competitions and shows, to later become the sports center of Milan in the early 1900s. Currently, the plant has been refurbished and is being used by a local football team.

The Palace dates back to the mid-20th century and is the work of the well-known architect Giovanni Battista Bareggi. The building was built on an existing dwelling of the '400, with a neoclassical style. The front side is characterized by huge pillars of Ionian order, while inside the noble apartment we can still observe the neoclassical decorations. Currently, part of the building houses the Razor Museum which shows the evolution of the art of shaving.

The Botanical Garden is located inside Palazzo Brera. It was created in 1774 at the behest of the Empress Maria Theresa of Austria. Today it is managed by the University of Milan. We can admire more than 300 different species of plants and a particular 18th-century tank where irises and water lilies grow.

The Museum of the Basilica of Santa Maria della Passione presents to the public a testimony of the religious art heritage. The Museum is located inside the church of Santa Maria. It was built in 1486, in Baroque style and decorated by the painter Ambrogio Bergognone.

it is the place where the great drama theater found its place thanks to the tradition ofgreat artists who have played there since 1850. With 875 seats and 116 boxes today, the theater also hosts events and conventions.

The Brera Art Gallery is located inside the Palazzo Brera, it was founded in 1776 by Maria Theresa of Austria. It was created to present a collection of the heritage of ancient and modern art. Currently, the art gallery houses paintings and drawings by artists of the last century. Admission to the art gallery is free of charge.

Located in the old quarter of Brera this beautiful eighteenth century palace is home to the famous Art Gallery, the Academy of Fine Arts (Milan's art school), the National Braidense Library, the Astronomical Observatory and the Botanical Gardens.

The Brera area takes the name of the homonymous street, and the artists who studied at the Academy of Fine Arts transformed it into one of the most particular neighborhoods of Milan. It is certainly an area to see, to admire the ancient windows which hide endless treasures, to discover and tell. Of particular interest is the Academy with the particular Art Gallery, the Palazzo Cusani and some art galleries.

The Contemporary Museum of Milan is located in Palazzo Morando. The building dates back to the 18th century. It was owned by the Attendolo Bolognini family, who in 1945 donated the building to the city of Milan. The Museum was inaugurated in 1963, and today houses a collection that presents reality through works of art, with paintings and sculptures.