Real Travelers who have been to Castello Sforzesco
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Queenie said… walking...went to Castello Sforzesco which is a famous castle in Milan. i didnt see any of the exhibits… continue reading »
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Elia$ said…from there, the Castello Sforzesco is few minutes walking… continue reading »
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Jenni Farge said… walking tour around northern Milan. I went to see the Castello Sforzesco, which was pretty impressive… continue reading »
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Imelda and Kris said… local dish of saffron risotto. The Castello Sforzesco was also worth a visit with its old fortress… continue reading »
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one of the coolest castles i've visited - Michelangeo's "Pieta" was amazing but otherwise the museums inside weren't anything too special
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More information on Castello Sforzesco
Built in 1368 by Gian Galeazzo Visconti to defend the city from attack, the castle was enlarged by military architect Magatti under the instruction of Visconti's successor Gian Galeazzo. Destroyed in 1447, Castello Sforzesco was rebuilt between 1450 and 1500 and enlarged under Francesco Sforza's rule. In 1500, once Sforza's rule was over, the building regained its military function and, after successive transformations, eventually fell into ruin. Rebuilt in the late 1900s, from 1893 onwards the castle gradually became home to various cultural institutions and art collections and remains an integral part of the city's culture today. Guided tours are available. Check the website for timing and other details.
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ATM 1, 3, 4, 7, 12, 14, 27, 57; M1 Cadorna & Cairoli, M2 Cadorna & Lanza
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Winter Daily 7a-6p; Summer Daily 7a-7p
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Built in 1368 by Gian Galeazzo Visconti to defend the city from attack, the castle was enlarged by military architect Magatti under the i...
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Imelda and Kris said
… local dish of saffron risotto. The Castello Sforzesco was also worth a visit with its old fortress… continue reading »
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