Art & Culture in Milan

Milan is the place to be for art and culture lovers. From iconic masterpieces of the Renaissance to contemporary art galleries and medieval architecture, the city has a lot of stories to tell. Explore hidden gems like the Church of Saint Sebastian or visit the University of Milan, known for its stunning architecture. Discover these and many more local gems here and explore Milan’s rich history.

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65 Hidden Gems

Church of Saint Sebastian

Against the plague

One of the most interesting in the city, founded in 1576, it has the same structure as some Roman-Greek circular temples, "tholos" in ancient Greek.

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Vladislav

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Apr 30, 2025

Church of Santo Stefano

Or a crime scene

It was built in the V century around a stone, which beneath it had the relics of four Christian martyrs who were brutally tortured and then killed...

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Vladislav

Karaneuski

Apr 30, 2025

Alda Merini Bridge

The most romantic bridge

Alda Merini was one of the most interesting people in the city and was always wandering around Navigli, so anybody could go and meet her in that district.

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Vladislav

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Apr 30, 2025

Villa Invernizzi

Secret Flamingo Oasis

Villa Invernizzi is an impressive Milan mansion with its own covey of pink flamingos. They spend their quiet lives in the garden, used to the attention.

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Matteo

Banchi

Apr 29, 2025

Pinocchio's Statue

Reflection on Transformation

Though Pinocchio's statue is easy to overlook, it serves as a reminder of Milan’s deep connection to Italian culture, inviting us to see beyond the surface

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Matteo

Banchi

Apr 29, 2025

Saint Peter Martyr's Column

Look Up: The Story

On Saint'Eustorgio square stands the statue of Saint Peter of Verona, the crual Inquisitor of Milan and Como, overseeing trials for witchcraft and sorcery.

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Matteo

Banchi

Apr 29, 2025

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