Milan

Milan is one of the most stylish cities of Italy and boasts its own history. There are so many great buildings that preserve its wonderful character in several different trends ranging from historical neo classic palaces to ultra contemporary office blocks and towers.

The origin of the city dates back to around 400 BC when Gauls dwelled in this region of Po Plains, having overpowered the ''Etruscans'' who were going through a decline at that time. By the 222 BC, city was renamed as Mediolanum when Romans annexed it to their Empire. After that, Milan enjoyed immense cultural changes under the sovereignty of Barbarians, Australians and many others, and by the year 1861, it became the capital of Italy. The country was immediately selected as cultural and economic capital and has preserved this designation up to the modern era.   

Sightseeing in Milan

Tourist highlights of Milan begin with superb, luminous white Duomo that took around five hundred years to complete. This enormous Gothic cathedral translates the recent introductions in fashion world in a surreal combination of different architectural styles.  A short walk up to the roof is really an unforgettable experience or you can also take sunbaths on those marble peaks and rejoice a stunning view. Next is the most famous ''''Galleria Vittorio Emanuele'''', an eye catching glass covered shopping mall, where guests can enjoy coffee while watching stylish Milanese parade.

Milan is opulent in tremendous art galleries and major highlights include magnificent Pinacoteca di Brera and Pinacoteca Ambrosiana with Mantegna''s ''foreshortened Christ''. If you are out for shopping designer clothes, the best option is Quadrilatero and, for an interesting walk, you can try Navigli, an enthralling canal district or Brera and a panoramic quarter with arty, trendy vibe. These options can also prove good for enjoying nightlife and evening walkways.

Airlines flying to Milan

Alitalia, British Airways, Lufthansa, Swiss Air, Turkish Airlines and Air France provide very cheap flights to visit Milan

Passport and Visa requirements for US Citizens

U.S. citizens are required to present a valid passport that has at least one blank visa page and the passport should not expire within six months of the last day you are in the country. U.S. citizens are not required to secure a visa in advance of travel to the country. You may stay in the country without a visa for a stay of up to 90 days.