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Milan- the financial and commercial centre of Italy

Milan, Italy is one of the most important and stylish cities in Italy and is full of history. There are countless impressive buildings in Milan that have tremendous character, in many different styles ranging from old Neo-classical Milanese palaces (palazzos) to ultra-modern towers and office blocks. In the country best known for its rich history and centuries-old culture, Milan is a modern source in a deeply rooted nation, reputed for its cutting edge fashion, industry, and nightlife. However, in 2007, this cultural hub of Italy earned itself a less admirable distinction—the "pollution capitol of Europe."

But being a modern city—the second largest in Italy after Rome—Milan can't help but be influenced by the progressive, pro-eco trend gathering force around the world. Now you'll find organic restaurants, hotels powered by alternative energy, not to mention the established mega international design fair Salone International del Mobile, where some of the greenest innovations from around the globe make their debut.

Milan is in the Lombardy region of Italy and is one of the fashion capitals of the world. The impressive Duomo and the Teatro Alla Scala are connected by the magnificent Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, which is a four-storey covered arcade with a glass dome. AC Milan and Inter Milan football teams are both based in the city. Flights to Milan are available with Flybe from Birmingham and Manchester and with British Airways from Heathrow. Easyjet also fly to the city.

Sophistication reaches new levels in Milan. The financial and commercial centre of Italy attracts fashion fundis, opera lovers, the young, the beautiful and the bold. Shopping, eating and clubbing is serious business here and it is no surprise that the city boasts the world's most beautiful shopping mall, the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. Equally vying for admiration are the Milanese icons of La Scala Theatre (Teatro Della Scala) and the Gothic Duomo, one of the world's largest churches. Milan's frenetic pace surges ahead in its drive towards progress, forsaking the lengthy siestas enjoyed in other parts of the country. One of the most famous streets in Milan is Via Montenapoleone, where many of the world's leading Italian and international fashion designers are concentrated. Throughout the year in Milan there are many exciting and important fashion shows, where the latest collections go on show. There are also many other popular festivals and events in and around Milan, including the Gran Premio di Monza - the Grand Prix of Italy held at nearby Monzo, Carnevale Amrosiano - the longest carnival in the world and the Fieri di Chiaravalle - a famous fair in the bell tower of the Chiaravalle Cistercian abbey.

Not to be missed are the many splendid and unforgettable lakes nearby Milan, offering superb facilities for visitors, with shops, restaurants and cafés lining the lake fronts. Some of the most popular lakes in the Milan region include Lake Maggiore, Lake Como and Lake Garda, the three largest lakes in Italy.Get the more inforamations about the Milan holiday destination and hotel before visit there.

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