July 25, 2007

Milan, Italy

Milan can be done on a short day trip, if you desire to see nothing else except the Duomo.  Pay 4 euros to store your bags at the train station and then hop on a quick subway ride that will take you from the train station to the Duomo in less than ten minutes. 

Facade of the Duomo

Interior of the Duomo





Floor detail inside the Duomo


With a little more time, you can do some people watching, go shopping...

The Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, a large, covered arcade linking the Duomo's piazza with the Teatro alla Scala.


The Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, shopping arcade



Teatro alla Scala (or La Scala), is one of the world's most famous opera houses.


or enjoy a cappuccino in one of its many fine cafes.  




Of course, don't forget this is home of Leonardo da Vinci's infamous fresco of The Last Supper.  Reservations are required, usually at least two months ahead of time, so plan well in advance if this is on your Bucket List. 

"The Last Supper" by Leonardo da Vinci

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