Walk, Wear and Wander in Wonderful Milan
If anyone remembers the spectacular runway scenes from The Devil Wears Prada 2 – the sequel that recently captivated audiences worldwide – the fashion show staged in the heart of Milan has remained one of its most memorable images.
Milan is a city where fashion, art, and history blend seamlessly. Alongside grand cathedrals and historic landmarks, creativity and innovation thrive, earning the city its place among the world’s leading design and fashion capitals.
In this issue, we invite you to discover Milan – a destination where timeless elegance meets contemporary energy, from historic streets to iconic fashion landmarks.
To experience Milan like a local, begin your morning at a neighborhood café with a quick espresso at the counter before heading into the city center.
Duomo di Milano – Espresso, Gothic Majesty, and Rooftop Views
Your first stop should be the Duomo di Milano, one of Italy’s largest and most remarkable Gothic cathedrals. Built from pinkish-white marble from the Candoglia quarry, it features 135 spires and thousands of intricate statues. Construction began in 1386 under Duke Gian Galeazzo Visconti and continued for nearly five centuries, creating a masterpiece that reflects both Milan’s history and Italian craftsmanship.
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Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II – The Living Room of Milan
Just beside the Duomo stands Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, the elegant 19th-century arcade designed by Giuseppe Mengoni. Known as Il Salotto di Milano – the “living room of Milan” – it is far more than a shopping passage.
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Piazza della Scala – Art, Culture, and Opera
Beyond the Galleria lies Piazza della Scala, where fashion gives way to culture and history.
The square is dominated by a monument to Leonardo da Vinci and surrounded by notable buildings, including Palazzo Marino, Milan’s City Hall. Its main attraction is Teatro alla Scala, one of the world’s most celebrated opera houses, admired for its magnificent interior and exceptional acoustics.
Via Monte Napoleone – Milan’s Fashion Heart
Less than ten minutes from Piazza della Scala is Via Monte Napoleone, the centerpiece of Milan’s Quadrilatero della Moda.
Menaggio – A Slower Side of Lake Como
From the energy of Milan, slow the pace with a scenic journey to Menaggio, one of the prettiest towns on the western shore of Lake Como. Take a train from Milano Centrale to Varenna, then hop aboard the ferry for a short crossing that reveals the lake at its most captivating.
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