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23 November 202421 November 2024

Sempione Park in the center of Milan

Sempione Park in the center of Milan.
In the beating heart of Milan, among the majestic architecture and the urban effervescence, there is an oasis of tranquility and beauty: Sempione Park. This green lung of the city is a place where nature blends harmoniously with history and culture, offering a refreshing and inspiring refuge for Milanese and visitors.
Sempione Park, with its 47 hectares of extension, is located just behind the Sforza Castle, one of the historical icons of Milan. Its history dates back to the 19th century, when the architect Emilio Alemagna presented a plan to transform the area surrounding the castle into a public park. It was designed in the English Romantic style, following the trends of the time, with large lawns, ancient trees, ponds and winding paths.
Sempione Park boasts a series of iconic attractions that make it a must-see for residents and tourists:
The Arch of Peace: at the western end of the park stands the imposing Arch of Peace, inspired by the Arch of Constantine in Rome. Built in the 19th century in honor of Napoleon, it represents an icon of grandeur and majesty.
The Secret Gardens: inside the park there are enchanting hidden gardens, perfect for a romantic stroll or a moment of tranquility immersed in nature.
The Civic Aquarium of Milan: located inside an Art Nouveau building, the aquarium offers a surprising variety of marine species from all over the world, making it a fascinating destination for adults and children alike.
The Civic Arena: this ancient amphitheater hosts sporting events, concerts and cultural shows, adding vitality and dynamism to the park.

Parco Sempione is much more than just a green space; it is an inspiring refuge where nature, history and culture come together in a unique blend. It offers a rejuvenating break from the hustle and bustle of city life, encouraging relaxation, exploration and well-being. Whether you are a Milanese resident seeking serenity or a tourist eager to discover the most authentic side of the city, Parco Sempione will welcome you with open arms, offering you an unforgettable experience in the beating heart of Milan.

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The name derives from Corso Sempione, the monumental road axis built in the Napoleonic era on the route of the historic Via del Seprio, with the new Porta Sempione, heir to the ancient Porta Giovia. Sempione Park stands where the Visconti ducal park called “Barcho” once stood and located near the Sforza Castle. It was enlarged and fenced by the Sforza family until it became over 3 million square meters (300 hectares) in size.
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Sempione Park in the center of Milan – Parc Sempione au centre de Milan – Parque Sempione en el centro de Milán – Parque Sempione no centro de Milão – Sempione Park im Zentrum von Mailand – Công viên Sempione ở trung tâm Milan

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3 November 20241 November 2024

The Filarete Tower of the Sforza Castle in Milan

La Torre del Filarete del Castello Sforzesco a Milano

The Filarete Tower of the Sforza Castle in Milan.
It is one of the most recognizable symbols of the Sforza Castle in Milan. This tall and majestic tower stands at the main entrance of the castle and represents an important piece of the architectural and cultural history of the city.
The tower is named after the Florentine architect Antonio di Pietro Averlino, known as Filarete, who designed the original in 1452. Unfortunately, the original tower was destroyed by an explosion in 1521. The tower we see today is a reconstruction carried out between 1900 and 1905 by the architect Luca Beltrami, based on historical drawings and documents.
The Filarete Tower is a perfect fusion of Gothic and Renaissance elements, with an imposing red brick structure and intricate decorative details. The tower is topped by a battlement and a statue of Saint Ambrose, the patron saint of Milan. The mechanical clock on the facade is a fascinating addition that draws the attention of visitors.
The tower is not only an architectural element of great beauty, but also a symbol of the strength and resilience of Milan. During the Second World War, the Sforza Castle suffered severe damage, but was completely restored, including the Filarete Tower, to preserve the city's historical heritage.
Today, the Filarete Tower and the Sforza Castle are open to the public and are a must-see for anyone visiting Milan. The castle also houses several museums and exhibitions, which offer an overview of Milan's history and art.
Visiting the Filarete Tower at the Sforza Castle is a journey through the history and architecture of Milan. Its majesty and historical significance make it one of the most fascinating attractions in the city. Don't miss the opportunity to admire this iconic tower and explore everything that the Sforza Castle has to offer.

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The Sforza Castle is a large fortified complex located in Milan just outside the city's historic center. It was built in the 15th century by Francesco Sforza, who had recently become Duke of Milan, on the remains of a previous medieval fortification from the 14th century known as Castello di Porta Giovia (or Zobia). In the same area where the medieval Castello di Porta Giovia stood, in Roman times there was the Castrum Portae Jovis, one of the four defensive fortifications of Roman Milan.
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The Filarete Tower of the Sforza Castle in Milan – La tour Filarete du château des Sforza à Milan – La Torre Filarete del Castillo Sforzesco de Milán – A Torre Filarete do Castelo Sforzesco em Milão – Der Filarete-Turm des Castello Sforzesco in Mailand – Tháp Filarete của Lâu đài Sforzesco ở Milan

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29 July 202420 July 2024

La bella e famosa via Dante a Milano

La bella e famosa via Dante a Milano.
Quando si visita Milano quasi sempre si va prima a vedere il Duomo e poi si cammina per andare al Castello Sforzesco.
Per fare questo percorso si passa nella bella e rettilinea strada dedicata a Dante Alighieri.

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La via Dante venne aperta a partire dal 1888 come collegamento viario con il Castello Sforzesco, contestualmente ai massicci interventi di sventramento effettuati in piazza Duomo e al Cordusio che ridisegnarono il centro della città. La nuova via venne realizzata secondo le indicazioni del Piano Beruto del 1884, che a sua volta si era richiamato a precedenti progetti dell’età napoleonica. Nelle intenzioni iniziali, con le diverse trasformazioni edilizie di quegli anni, l’arteria in costruzione avrebbe dovuto costituire l’ideale prolungamento in centro dell’asse del Sempione, realizzato agli inizi dell’Ottocento, che sarebbe passato sopra il Castello, la cui demolizione venne scongiurata da Luca Beltrami. Successivamente agli imponenti restauri del Castello operati dal Beltrami, a partire dal 1905 la via venne chiusa prospetticamente dalla rinata Torre del Filarete, eretta in memoria del re Umberto I e la cui prima costruzione era crollata a seguito di un’esplosione diversi secoli prima.
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The beautiful and famous street dedicated to Dante in Milan – La belle et célèbre rue dédiée à Dante à Milan – La hermosa y famosa calle dedicada a Dante en Milán – A bela e famosa rua dedicada a Dante em Milão – Die schöne und berühmte Straße in Mailand, die Dante gewidmet ist – Con đường xinh đẹp và nổi tiếng dành riêng cho Dante ở Milan

22 April 202413 August 2024

La statua di Garibaldi in largo Cairoli a Milano

La statua di Garibaldi in largo Cairoli a Milano.
Percorrendo la via (via Dante) che dal Duomo di Milano corre fino al Castello Sforzesco, si arriva in questa bello slargo, Largo Cairoli, che ospita una bella statua di Giuseppe Garibaldi a cavallo.

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Considered by historiography and in the mass culture of the 20th century as the main Italian national hero, he began his travels around the world as an officer of merchant ships, and then became a long-distance captain. His most famous enterprise was the victorious expedition of the Thousand that led to the annexation of the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies to the nascent Kingdom of Italy, a central episode in the process of unification of the new nation.
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The statue of Garibaldi in Largo Cairoli in Milan – La statue de Garibaldi sur le Largo Cairoli à Milan – La estatua de Garibaldi en Largo Cairoli en Milán – A estátua de Garibaldi no Largo Cairoli em Milão – Die Statue von Garibaldi im Largo Cairoli in Mailand – Tượng Garibaldi ở Largo Cairoli ở Milan

1 August 202310 August 2023

Uno degli angoli delle mura del Castello Sforzesco di Milano

Uno degli angoli delle una del Castello Sforzesco di Milano

Uno degli angoli delle mura del Castello Sforzesco di Milano.
Ancora una foto dalla mia ultima, e non recente, visita alla città meneghina.
In questo post vi lascio una foto delle mura del Castello Sforzesco.

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Questo e’ il sito ufficiale del Castello: milanocastello.it.

Notevolmente trasformato e modificato nel corso dei secoli, il Castello Sforzesco fu, tra il Cinquecento e il Seicento, una delle principali cittadelle militari d’Europa; restaurato in stile storicista da Luca Beltrami tra il 1890 e il 1905, è oggi sede di istituzioni culturali e di importanti musei. È uno dei più grandi castelli d’Europa nonché uno dei principali simboli di Milano e della sua storia.
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One of the corners of the walls of the castle which is called Sforzesco of Milan – Un des coins des murs du Castello Sforzesco à Milan – Una de las esquinas de las paredes del Castello Sforzesco en Milán – Um dos cantos das paredes do Castello Sforzesco em Milão – Eine der Ecken der Mauern des Castello Sforzesco in Mailand – Một trong những góc tường của Castello Sforzesco ở Milan – 米兰斯福尔扎城堡墙角之一 – ミラノのスフォルツェスコ城の壁の一角

22 November 202217 December 2022

La celebre Torre del Filarete del Castello Sforzesco di Milano

La celebre Torre del Filarete del Castello Sforzesco di Milano.
Non e’ il simbolo della città meneghina ma il Castello Sforzesco ed in particolare la sua torre principale, e’ sicuramente uno dei monumenti più visti e fotografati.
Questo scatto non e’ stato eseguito, come spesso, dall’esterno delle mura ma dall’interno (dalla piazza d’Armi della struttura).

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Questo e’ il sito ufficiale del Castello: milanocastello.it.

La torre centrale, la più alta del castello, che ne costituisce l’ingresso principale, è detta Torre del Filarete, dal nome dell’architetto toscano chiamato a progettarla dal duca Francesco I. Distrutta da uno scoppio all’inizio del XVI secolo[18], fu ricostruita nei primi anni del Novecento sul luogo dell’originale scomparsa.
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The famous Torre del Filarete of the Castello Sforzesco in Milan – La célèbre Torre del Filarete du Castello Sforzesco à Milan – La famosa Torre del Filarete del Castello Sforzesco de Milán – A famosa Torre del Filarete do Castello Sforzesco em Milão – Der berühmte Torre del Filarete des Castello Sforzesco in Mailand – Torre del Filarete nổi tiếng của Castello Sforzesco ở Milan – 米兰著名的斯福尔扎城堡的 Torre del Filarete – ミラノのカステッロスフォルツェスコの有名なトッレデルフィラレテ

13 September 20229 September 2024

The Ducal Court of the Sforza Castle in Milan

La Corte Ducale del Castello Sforzesco di Milano

The Ducal Court of the Sforza Castle in Milan.
Even though it is a couple of hours by train from where I live, I have not been to Milan as a tourist that many times.
The last one, however, I walked around (and photographed) a lot.
In this image there is the Ducal Court of the castle with the famous colonnade called the Portico dell’Elefante.

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This is the official website of the Castle: milanocastello.it.

The court has a U-shape and occupies the northern area of the castle. It was built and decorated in the second half of the fifteenth century mainly by Galeazzo Maria Sforza, who came to reside here from his marriage to Bona in 1468 until his death, and by Ludovico il Moro who resided here during the entire twenty years of his dukedom.
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