What to do near Opera, MI

Mirasole Abbey, an oasis of peace and silence

A fortified complex in the Milanese countryside chronicles the spirituality experienced by the monastic order of the Humiliati

The Abbey of Chiaravalle on the outskirts of Milan

A beautiful Cistercian monastery in a stretch of irrigated countryside that survived the onslaught of the city

The Gothic frescoes of Viboldone Abbey

In a remnant of irrigated countryside in the Milanese hinterland, a 14th-century abbey holds splendid frescoes

Palazzina Pusterla, Cascina Ca' Granda, Zibido San Giacomo

The Palazzina Pusterla is a rare and delightful example of a late 14th-century hunting lodge. It is leaning against an irrigation ditch in which the mill wheel fishes. Around it is a beautiful park, well and bakery.

Rocca Brivio Sforza, San Giuliano Milanese

Fascinating 17th-century brick villa of sober Baroque style, rising on a slight isolated rise in the countryside. From the monumental gate there is a glimpse of the garden with an elegant loggia.

Basilica of Sant'Eustorgio and the Portinari Chapel

A Path to Heaven

The Ca' Granda, the former major hospital in Milan.

A vibrant melting pot of art, history and culture

San Pietro in Gessate

The giant of Lombard art

San Bernardino at the Bones

A sinister place that frightens and fascinates

The church of Santa Maria presso San Satiro

Sometimes you don't have to believe your own eyes

St. Mary of the Passion

With its majestic size, it certainly does not go unnoticed, but few people even know it inside.

Merchants' Square

A hidden corner of medieval Milan, just a few steps from the Duomo