Hidden gems in Milan

Hidden Gems of Milan

Milan's lesser-known landmarks range from the artistic tombs of the Monumental Cemetery to the macabre beauty of San Bernardino alle Ossa’s bone-lined chapel. Modern architectural feats like Cesar Pelli’s Gae Aulenti Square contrast with the historic 16th-century Villa Litta and its elaborate gardens. The list also features Leonardo’s Horse, a monumental bronze sculpture based on Da Vinci’s original designs, and the eclectic 10 Corso Como, a hub for high-end fashion, art, and design.

Monumental Cemetery

Historic cemetery featuring elaborate artistic monuments and sculptures, recognized as a cultural heritage site and a significant example of eclectic architecture.

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Church of San Bernardino alle Ossa

San Bernardino alle Ossa is a church in Milan, northern Italy, best known for its ossuary, a small side chapel decorated with numerous…

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Gae Aulenti Square

A modern square designed by Argentinian architect Cesar Pelli. It's a popular meeting point for both locals and tourists thanks to its…

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10 Corso Como Outlet

10 Corso Como is a shopping and dining complex in Milan, Italy with international locations in Tokyo, Seoul, and Shanghai.

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Leonardo's Horse

Leonardo's Horse is a project for a bronze sculpture that was commissioned from Leonardo da Vinci in 1482 by the Duke of Milan Ludovico il…

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Parco di Villa Litta

A 16th-century estate featuring a historic park and the Nymphaeum, an architectural complex famous for its mosaic-lined rooms and automated water games powered by Renaissance-era hydraulics.