Milan
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See | May 2011
Milan
IPOGEO DEI VOLUMNI
Take a peek around this ancient underground burial site that lies just to the south-east of the city. It belonged to the Etruscan Velimna family from around 200BC, and contains marble sculptures, funeral urns, and reliefs hewn from stone.
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Hotels | May 2011
Milan
HOTEL FORTUNA
This friendly three-star has bags of character, set in a 14th-century, vinecovered building. Some of its 52 elegant rooms feature wood-beamed or frescoed ceilings, and it's a great base for exploring the medieval centre. Doubles from €128.
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Bars | May 2011
Milan
CASTELLO MONTE VIBIANO VECCHIO
Take an eco-tour of this carbon-neutral winery in the Umbrian countryside, and learn all about its pioneering practices while getting to taste some delicious wines too. The stunning vineyards are crowned by a beautiful ancient castle.
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See | May 2011
Milan
THE EYES OF CARAVAGGIO
Artists that would have influenced the young Caravaggio, the rebel 17th-century painter, are brought together in this exhibition of 50 works at the Museo Diocesano. See the likes of Venetian master Tintoretto alongside early pieces by the man himself. Until 3 July.
Address: 95 CORSO DI PORTA TICINESE. | Tel: +39 02 8942 0019
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Hotels | May 2011
Milan
ENTERPRISE HOTEL
Located a short walk from some of the city's main exhibition centres, this trendy four-star boasts fine fabrics and parquet floors, a well-stocked wine bar and loft restaurant. Doubles from €143.
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Bars | May 2011
Milan
BAR BIANCO
Slap bang in the middle of the green oasis that is Parco Sempione, this terrace bar is a destination in its own right come aperitivo hour. Get down there around 6pm, when the free snacks are laid on, and join the lively crowd until late.
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Restaurants | May 2011
Milan
ANTICA TRATTORIA DELLA PESA
Get a taste of some old-fashioned Milanese charm at these belle époque dining rooms, where locals come to savour dishes such as cotoletta alla Milanese (breaded veal cutlets) and ossobuco (braised veal shanks). Finish with some grappa and you'll fit right in.
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See | December 2010
Milan
MUSEO DEL NOVECENTO
A stunning spiral ramp takes visitors to different levels of this elegant tower, home to Milan's newest art gallery. Browse works by modern masters including Picasso, Modigliani and De Chirico.
Address: PALAZZO DELL’ARENGARIO, PIAZZA DUOMO. | Tel: +39 02 8844 4061