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Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is the oldest still active shopping mall in Italy. Its name was chosen in honor of Italy's first king, Vittorio Emanuele II di Savoia, who laid the first stone on March 7, 1865. It was designed by architect Giuseppe Mengoni. Sadly he fell off the roof and died before his work was inaugurated in 1877. The tombstone in honor of the architect stands at the entrance of the gallery.
Its dimensions are impressive: the dome is 47 meters from the ground and is 39 meters in diameter. It was one of the first in Europe to use glass for such an imposing structure.
The top paintings were made by different painters and represent four continents and diverse activities such as art, agriculture, science and industry. In the center of the gallery floor is the mosaic with the coat of arms of the Savoys royal house.

A Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II é o mais antigo shopping ainda ativo da Itália. O seu nome foi escolhido em homenagem ao primeiro rei da Itália, Vittorio Emanuele II di Savoia, que colocou a primeira pedra no dia 7 de março de 1865. Foi projetada pelo arquiteto Giuseppe Mengoni. Tristemente ele caiu do telhado e morreu antes que a sua obra fosse inaugurada, em 1877. A lápide em homenagem ao arquiteto fica na entrada da galeria.
A suas dimensões são impressionantes: a cúpula está a 47 metros do chão e possui 39 metros de diâmetro. Foi uma das primeiras da Europa a utilizarem o vidro para uma estrutura tão imponente.
As pinturas no topo foram realizadas por diferentes pintores e representam quatro continentes e atividades diversas como arte, agricultura, ciência e indústria. No centro do chão da galeria fica o mosaico com o brasão da casa real dos Savoia.
#milan #italy

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is the oldest still active shopping mall in Italy. Its name was chosen in honor of Italy's first king, Vittorio Emanuele II di Savoia, who laid the first stone on March 7, 1865. It was designed by architect Giuseppe Mengoni. Sadly he fell off the roof and died before his work was inaugurated in 1877. The tombstone in honor of the architect stands at the entrance of the gallery.
Its dimensions are impressive: the dome is 47 meters from the ground and is 39 meters in diameter. It was one of the first in Europe to use glass for such an imposing structure.
The top paintings were made by different painters and represent four continents and diverse activities such as art, agriculture, science and industry. In the center of the gallery floor is the mosaic with the coat of arms of the Savoys royal house.

A Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II é o mais antigo shopping ainda ativo da Itália. O seu nome foi escolhido em homenagem ao primeiro rei da Itália, Vittorio Emanuele II di Savoia, que colocou a primeira pedra no dia 7 de março de 1865. Foi projetada pelo arquiteto Giuseppe Mengoni. Tristemente ele caiu do telhado e morreu antes que a sua obra fosse inaugurada, em 1877. A lápide em homenagem ao arquiteto fica na entrada da galeria.
A suas dimensões são impressionantes: a cúpula está a 47 metros do chão e possui 39 metros de diâmetro. Foi uma das primeiras da Europa a utilizarem o vidro para uma estrutura tão imponente.
As pinturas no topo foram realizadas por diferentes pintores e representam quatro continentes e atividades diversas como arte, agricultura, ciência e indústria. No centro do chão da galeria fica o mosaico com o brasão da casa real dos Savoia.
Galleria Vittoria Emanuele is a distinctive landmark mall in Milan's Duomo area. The stunning Swarovski Christmas tree adds to the grandeur of the Christmas celebration season. Go on weekdays for fewer crowds. #LifeAtExpediaGroup
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Galleria Vik Milano - Townhouse Galleria - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Galleria Vik Milano - Townhouse Galleria - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

5 out of 5
Via Silvio Pellico 8 Milan MI
The price is Rp7.160.178 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
Rp7.160.178
Rp8.271.829 total
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Milan Royal Suites & Luxury Apartments

Via Romagnosi, 4 Milan MI
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8.6/10 Excellent! (141 reviews)
Suite Beethoven 3 was perfect location to everything. So close to Duomo and the shopping district & restaurants. Only issue was the room was too hot. We had the setting to 20 degrees Celsius and still hot.

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Hotel Berna

Hotel Berna

4 out of 5
Via Torriani Napo 18 Milan MI
The price is Rp2.508.671 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
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Rp3.155.171 total
13 Mar - 14 Mar
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,205 reviews)
Our stay was great hotel is in a central location easy to get any where. Staff are friendly and helpful.

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ibis Milano Centro

ibis Milano Centro

3 out of 5
Via Finocchiaro Aprile Camillo 2 Milan MI
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The price is Rp2.016.635 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
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Rp2.512.060 total
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8.2/10 Very Good! (1,581 reviews)
staff were great especially on reception when checking in. only drawback was a noisy guest in the room above us that was up around 5am pacing the room every morning.

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Hotel Dei Cavalieri Milano Duomo

Hotel Dei Cavalieri Milano Duomo

4 out of 5
Piazza Giuseppe Missori 1 Milan MI
The price is Rp4.435.262 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
Rp4.435.262
Rp5.275.763 total
16 Mar - 17 Mar
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UNA Hotels Century Milano

UNA Hotels Century Milano

4 out of 5
Via Fabio Filzi 25 B Milan MI
The price is Rp2.262.300 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
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Rp2.884.162 total
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9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
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Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II featuring heritage architecture, a castle and night scenes

Milan Centre

4.5/5(377 area reviews)

Cathedral of Milan and Piazza del Duomo are top sights in Milan Centre, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Duomo Station or Via Orefici P.za Cordusio Tram Stop to see more sights in the area.

Milan Centre
Centro Storico

Centro Storico

Cathedral of Milan and Piazza del Duomo are top sights in Centro Storico, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Via Orefici P.za Cordusio Tram Stop or Cordusio M1 Tram Stop to see more sights in the area.

Centro Storico
Pinacoteca di Brera which includes heritage architecture and a statue or sculpture

Brera

Shopping, live music and restaurants highlight some notable features of Brera. Make a stop by Pinacoteca di Brera or Orto Botanico di Brera while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Via Cusani Tram Stop or Cairoli Station to get around town.

Brera
Borgonuovo featuring street scenes and a city

Borgonuovo

While you're in Borgonuovo, take in top sights like Armani Megastore or Teatro Manzoni, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Montenapoleone M3 Tram Stop or Montenapoleone Station.

Borgonuovo
interior of San Marco church in Milan, Italy

San Marco

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting San Marco, you might make a stop by sights like Casa Rigamonti and Antonio Colombo Arte Contemporanea.

San Marco
Porta Nuova showing street scenes and a city

Porta Nuova

4/5(67 area reviews)

Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Porta Nuova. Check out top attractions like Piazza della Repubblica and Corso Como, and jump on the metro at Repubblica M3 Tram Stop or Turati M3 Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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