Great Short Breaks

Milan is by far the biggest metropolitan city in Italy. Being the true fashion and design capital of the world, it really has served as home to some of the biggest fashion names, including Dolce & Gabbana, Armani, Gucci, Prada, Versace and more.

And like a major financial and industrial town, it has become one with the richest cities in Europe. Its renowned world-class museums and art galleries are preferred tourist spots. For example, the The Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie features DaVinci's most famous paintings like "The Last Supper of Jesus" and "The Apostles". You will definitely enjoy other monumental sites in Milan, like the 15th century Sforza Castle, last home of the sculptor Michaelangelo.

Climate: Milan experiences varied climates over the entire year, including hot, humid, summers and damp, cold winters. Snowfalls are typical during winter seasons but have decreased over the last 20 years or so.

Transportation: Milan, second to Bologna, is a major railway hub in Italy. It has five major stations, which includes the busiest in Italy, the Milan Central Station. Just recently, two main high-speed train lines have linked Milan to other major cities for example Salerno, Naples, Turin, Florence, Bologna and Rome. Its public transportation systems also include metro railway trams and lines, trolley buses and bus lines. The city also has three international airports, along with a fleet of pure white taxis.

Go to Milan for the shopping first and foremost!

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