What to do near Peschiera Borromeo, MI

The Gothic frescoes of Viboldone Abbey

In a remnant of irrigated countryside in the Milanese hinterland, a 14th-century abbey holds splendid frescoes

The Abbey of Chiaravalle on the outskirts of Milan

A beautiful Cistercian monastery in a stretch of irrigated countryside that survived the onslaught of the city

Rocca Brivio Sforza, San Giuliano Milanese

Fascinating 17th-century brick villa of sober Baroque style, rising on a slight isolated rise in the countryside. From the monumental gate there is a glimpse of the garden with an elegant loggia.

St. Mary of the Passion

With its majestic size, it certainly does not go unnoticed, but few people even know it inside.

San Pietro in Gessate

The giant of Lombard art

Villa Necchi-Campiglio, Milan

A chance to peek into the life of the early 20th century bourgeoisie

San Bernardino at the Bones

A sinister place that frightens and fascinates

The Ca' Granda, the former major hospital in Milan.

A vibrant melting pot of art, history and culture

Mirasole Abbey, an oasis of peace and silence

A fortified complex in the Milanese countryside chronicles the spirituality experienced by the monastic order of the Humiliati

The church of Santa Maria presso San Satiro

Sometimes you don't have to believe your own eyes

Merchants' Square

A hidden corner of medieval Milan, just a few steps from the Duomo

Basilica of Sant'Eustorgio and the Portinari Chapel

A Path to Heaven