The Beginning

Castello Sforzesco (English: Sforza Castle) is one of the remarkable landmarks in MIilan, Italy. The orginal construction of this building began in the 14^th century, and Francesco Sforza, the founder of Sforza Dynasty in Milan  strated the reconsturction in year 1450. In 19^th century, the restoration of the castle was strated following its transfer from military use to the city of Milan. It was directed by Luca Beltrami, a famous Italian architect and architectural historian, known particularly for restoration works. Unfortunately, the castle was severely damnaged during World War II and the post-war reconstruction of the building was undertaken by BBPR architectural partnership. Now, the building is used to accomodate several city’s musuem and art gallery collections.

Since the building is situated at the city center, it is quite easy to reach there by public transport. You can try the following routes, which were quite convenient to me.

• Subway: MM1 Cairoli – Castello Station
• Streetcars: Line 4 (last stop towards Duomo direction)

Some snapshots of this historical castle… ;-)

Main Entrance of Castello Sforzesco

the fountain in front of the main entrance~~

the Garden in Castello Sforzesco~~ a good place for recreation and leisure :D

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AC Hotel Milano is a 4-star hotel, located near to the town centre of Milan, Italy. The hotel belongs to AC Hotels Group, a popular hotel chain in Spain, Italy and Portugal. The range of hotels presented covers almost all of Spain and part of Italy and Portugal. I am staying in AC Hotel Milano due to my project commitment. Although this is not a 5-star luxury hotel, but they offer great service and comfortable stay to every guest.

“Our aim is not only to grow, but to always offer the best quality and the same level of innovating and exclusive details in each one of our hotels.”, adapted from their website.

AC Hotel Milano, Lombardia

King-sized bed?

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Milan is a city renowned as one of the world capitals of designs and fashion. No doubt, you can find Giorgio Armani, Valentino, D&G, Prada, Gucci, Chanel, Fendi, Bottega Veneta, Luis Vuitton and much more… :???:

Luckily, there is a shopping outlet in Serravalle Scrivia (roughly an hour drive from Milan). Reputed to be the first designer outlet in Italy, Serravalle Designer Outlet (Official Website) is also the biggest designer outlet in Europe. With more than 180 stores stock clothing, footwear and accessories, it also offers 3000 parking lots, a children play ground, bars and restaurants to the public. There are several ways to reach this place, and the cheapest would be taking a bus from Milan Foro Bonaparte (€20). Check the shuttle service here.

the Main Entrance~~

the main Square at the entrance

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