Milan is one of the most
elegant and refined cities in the World. Famous for it's
cultural heritage. Consequently, the Hotel Cristallo, which
is located near the many cultural attractions in Milan,
have tried to summarise some of the most important cultural
attractions in Milan, Italy's most stylish city. Should
you require any further information regarding tickets for
performances at La Scala Opera House or tickets to see Leonardo
da Vinci's Last Supper please do not hesitate to contact
the concierge at the Hotel Cristallo Milan - A hotel near
cultural attractions Milan..
The Scala Opera House Milan -
Tickets for La Scala Performances are strictly limited to
2 tickets per person
La Scala Opera House is perhaps the second
most famous symbol of Milan (the Duomo is clearly the most
famous attraction). Performances at La Scala are always
of the highest quality and the elegant and opulent surroundings
ensure that a night at the opera in La Scala will be a night
to remember. To book tickets for performances at La Scala
please see the concierge at the Hotel Cristallo Milan An
Elegant Hotel in Milan. NB La Scala opera house is only
a 20 minute metro journey from the Hotel Cristallo. Simply
walk past the Duomo and take a right into the elegant Galleria
Vittorio Emanuele - walk straight through and upon exiting
the Galleria you will see the Scala Theatre directly in
front of you.
Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie
- Leonardo da Vinci's Last Supper
The Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie
was built in 15th century by Guiniforte Solari. An elegant
facade was later added by the architect Bramante. When the
Last Supper was painted it was appropriately placed on the
refectory wall of the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie.
It is one of the world's most viewed paintings
and consequently we suggest that you purchase tickets prior
to visiting the church in order to avoid the lengthy queues
which often occur particularly during the Autumn and Spring
months.
Pinacoteca Brera Milan - Academy of Fine Arts Milano
The Pinacoteca Brera or Academy of Fine
Arts Milan) was founded in 1809 and is housed in Palazzo
Brera. It contains some of Italy's finest art treasures
from tehe 15th century onwards. The most famous paintings
are Raphael's Marriage of the Virgin and Mantegna's The
Dead Christ.
The surroundings are elegant and refined
as are many of the paintings including some of the finest
works ever produced by artists such as Rembrandt, Van Dyck
and El Greco. For Gallery opening times and advice on how
to purchase tickets please see the concierge at the Hotel
Cristallo - A Hotel Near Cultural Attractions Milan.
Navigli Milan - The Canals of
Milan
Navigli or the Canals of Milan is one of
the most atmospheric places in this modern metropolis. Largely
unchanged from the turn of the century when railways and
the motor transport replaced the barge a walk along the
canals is now like a trip through time.
The best time to visit the Navigli area
is during the evening when revellers sit side by side with
elegant businessmen enjoying a cultured and relaxing atmosphere
created by the many bars and riverside cafes.
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