Football in Milan
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=P._Scottyn]P. Scottyn
Although there the city is also home to lower league side Monza, visitors to Milan will find the main football affections are split between Inter and AC Milan.
The two clubs are giants of both the Italian and European game - while AC Milan could be said to have the richer history, Inter are currently the team to beat.
AC Milan's History
Crowned European champions on no less than seven occasions - second only to Real Madrid's tally of nine - AC Milan are one of the world's football elite.
Known as the Rossoneri, the sight of their distinctive black and red striped shirts left many opposing teams quaking in their boots during the 1990s when the club picked up five league titles (or Scudettos) and enjoyed two European triumphs.
Since the turn of the millennium, AC Milan have endured leaner times; despite picking two more continental crowns and another Scudetto, they have faced fierce competition from the likes of Juventus, Roma and, of course, Inter on a domestic level.
AC Milan's president is Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi - one of the reasons why the club is seen very much as the team of the establishment.
Souvenirs
Travelers staying in the city may well have their eye on a shirt as a souvenir to take home from their Milan experience. Stepping out of any Milan hostels, visitors cannot miss the stalls which line many of the streets in the city center and sell kits, flags and scarves in the colors of the two popular teams.
However, items from these markets can be fakes and shoppers hoping to lay their hands on an official shirt are advised to head down to the San Siro Stadium which is shared by both teams.
San Siro Stadium
Holding over 80,000 fans, the massive San Siro is an iconic symbol of European football, hosting the home matches of the city's two top teams.
Visitors can also gather for a tour; for €12.50 ($16.15), entry can be gained into the stadium museum at Gate 21, the price of which includes a tour of the stadium. San Siro is accessible from much of the city's accommodation, from private rooms to group accommodation.
Inter Milan
AC Milan play their rivals Inter in a hotly-contested derby match known as the Derby della Madonnina at least twice a year and tickets for the game are treasured. Inter have enjoyed a run of success over the last few years, winning the league on three consecutive occasions under former coach Roberto Mancini.
Mancini was ditched at the end of last season, however, in favor of the charismatic ex-Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho. Mourinho has been charged with leading the 'Nerazurri' to European success in the Champions League, a competition Inter have won only twice in all its forms.
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Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Travel to Milan, Italy
Travel to Milan, Italy
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=TJ_Tierney]TJ Tierney
Situated in the North of Italy, Milan is the largest city in the province of Lombardy and second largest city in Italy.
Milan is the business hub of Italy and a very busy city to visit at any time of year.
Home to the Last Supper, by Leonardo da Vinci, Milan has a rich history in art and has some of the most priceless works of art on display in its galleries. The art galleries of Milan also reflect the history of the city, but be advised, if you do plan to visit some of the galleries book in advance.
Milan's main attraction, The Duomo is the third largest church in the world, and took nearly 450 years to build. The construction of the Duomo began in 1386 and was completed in 1805 by Napoleon. This fabulous Gothic style church is a must see for any tourist.
Built in 1386 the Castello Sforzesco is a massive fortress located in the centre of Milan. The Sforza has many great museums and hosts the work of many great artists including Michelangelo.
For the sporting fans a visit to the Meazza Stadium, better known as the San Siro should be rewarding. This is one of the best football stadiums in Italy. Daily visits to the San Siro are available with access to the stadium and changing rooms.
The winter months in Milan can be extremely cold, while the summers are very hot and humid.
A trip north to the Alps or to the lake region is very advisable, and should be most memorable. The Italian rail system is excellent, and daily trips to the lakes should not take too long. Hotel prices vary during the year - winter being an excellent time to visit.
Also known as one of the main fashion capitals of Italy, Milan hosts some of the best fashion designers in the world. Most of the main shopping outlets are located near the city centre. Expect very large crowds during the sales, which attract people from all over Europe.
Milan is well suited to cater for the needs of travellers. From the moment you arrive you will be met with an excellent transport system, both efficient and economical. Avoid travelling through the streets of Milan by car if possible - traffic can be chaotic.
Where possible it's best to use the public transport system. If you must use a taxi be very careful , use official taxis, which are white or yellow in colour. These are a lot cheaper than the private cab who will charge you double the price.
Milan is a cosmopolitan city and offers a wide range of restaurants. Prices vary considerably from place to place. Restaurants are very crowded at weekends so book in advance where possible. Menus and prices are usually posted outside restaurants - its also standard to leave a small tip.
The main tourist season starts in Milan during the summer months, but this doesn't mean that cheap accommodation is available during the off-season. Milan is a very busy city all year round and hotel prices can be expensive.
TJ Tierney is an award winning photographer and a freelance writer. To find out more information visit his [http://www.trovoo.com/]travel guide or his [http://www.trovoo.com/directory]travel directory
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By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=TJ_Tierney]TJ Tierney
Situated in the North of Italy, Milan is the largest city in the province of Lombardy and second largest city in Italy.
Milan is the business hub of Italy and a very busy city to visit at any time of year.
Home to the Last Supper, by Leonardo da Vinci, Milan has a rich history in art and has some of the most priceless works of art on display in its galleries. The art galleries of Milan also reflect the history of the city, but be advised, if you do plan to visit some of the galleries book in advance.
Milan's main attraction, The Duomo is the third largest church in the world, and took nearly 450 years to build. The construction of the Duomo began in 1386 and was completed in 1805 by Napoleon. This fabulous Gothic style church is a must see for any tourist.
Built in 1386 the Castello Sforzesco is a massive fortress located in the centre of Milan. The Sforza has many great museums and hosts the work of many great artists including Michelangelo.
For the sporting fans a visit to the Meazza Stadium, better known as the San Siro should be rewarding. This is one of the best football stadiums in Italy. Daily visits to the San Siro are available with access to the stadium and changing rooms.
The winter months in Milan can be extremely cold, while the summers are very hot and humid.
A trip north to the Alps or to the lake region is very advisable, and should be most memorable. The Italian rail system is excellent, and daily trips to the lakes should not take too long. Hotel prices vary during the year - winter being an excellent time to visit.
Also known as one of the main fashion capitals of Italy, Milan hosts some of the best fashion designers in the world. Most of the main shopping outlets are located near the city centre. Expect very large crowds during the sales, which attract people from all over Europe.
Milan is well suited to cater for the needs of travellers. From the moment you arrive you will be met with an excellent transport system, both efficient and economical. Avoid travelling through the streets of Milan by car if possible - traffic can be chaotic.
Where possible it's best to use the public transport system. If you must use a taxi be very careful , use official taxis, which are white or yellow in colour. These are a lot cheaper than the private cab who will charge you double the price.
Milan is a cosmopolitan city and offers a wide range of restaurants. Prices vary considerably from place to place. Restaurants are very crowded at weekends so book in advance where possible. Menus and prices are usually posted outside restaurants - its also standard to leave a small tip.
The main tourist season starts in Milan during the summer months, but this doesn't mean that cheap accommodation is available during the off-season. Milan is a very busy city all year round and hotel prices can be expensive.
TJ Tierney is an award winning photographer and a freelance writer. To find out more information visit his [http://www.trovoo.com/]travel guide or his [http://www.trovoo.com/directory]travel directory
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Milan Travelling
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Mansi_Aggarwal]Mansi Aggarwal
Milan is a city with diversities it offers a delightful experience for tourists with varied taste. Everything from modern art to contemporary architecture is the pride of city. In 569 A.D. Lombard’s conquered Milan and by the end of eighth century the bishops managed to compel an alliance with emperors. During the earlier half of year 1000, the most powerful political figure in northern Italy was the Archbishop of Milan. By the year 1117, Milan managed to become a municipality and was at liberty from the clutches of Archbishop. Next it developed into a “Seigneury” from 1200, and gained increased importance as a major city in world. The city has been rising since then until lately by 1861 it claimed itself a place as the Kingdom of Italy.
Milan is well known for stupendous art and culture heritage. The most famous National Museum of Science and technology, “Leonardo da Vinci” in Milan is among world’s best scientific and technical museums. A water stretch, Navigli in Milan allows navigation from Ticino to center of Milan. Navigli Grande and Navigli Pavese join Milan to Pavia and form one of the most charismatic spots in Milan. There are numerous roadside shops and clubs on the banks of these rivers.
The place Brera in Milan gives almost the look and feel of Paris. It constitutes most fashionable spot of the city. The area is full of open-air shops that exhibit loads of apparels, all of which seem to be a sculpture on its own. The area includes Via Brera, Via Pontaccio, Corso Garibaldi and Corso Como, these places are also known as “luxury Bohemian”.
A perfect place to pass free time in the laps of nature is a large fascinating park having meadows, little bridges and lakes located behind Castello Sforzesco. Another place of interest is the Milan Lounge “Galleria Vittorio Emanuele. Walking around the arms of this lounge provides a view of restaurants, boutiques, bookshops and old-coffee stops.
Milan’s platter has witnessed a lot of changes. It offers every kind of taste ranging from Chinese cooking to Indian, African, Japanese and Middle Eastern cooking styles. Recently there has been increased demand for Milan’s original traditional food. A trip to Milan is almost incomplete without trying typical native food of the place. A classical Negroni is one of the many aperitifs that can be served with some snacks. Some of all time favorite conventional dishes of the place are Risotto alla Milanese, Cassouella and a specific Milan cutlet that has a very pleasing flavor.
Milan is an ultimate for fashion freaks and a paradise for shoppers. The popular Fashion Quadrilatero form the magnificent shopping area. The place contains top showrooms and boutiques in world crammed with articles boosting of best designs. All eminent brands and labels on earth constituting of Chanel, Armani, Prada, D & G, Valentino, Cartier and many more have their magnificent outlets at this place. The streets Via Sant’Andrea, Via Della Spiga, Via Montenapoleone, Via Manzoni along with others boosts of having warehouses clustered in that area. Milan offers a never say enough attitude for every flavor of life and is a remains a hot favorite among tourists around the globe.
Mansi AGGARWAL writes about Milan traveling. Learn more at http://www.milanvisitor.com
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By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Mansi_Aggarwal]Mansi Aggarwal
Milan is a city with diversities it offers a delightful experience for tourists with varied taste. Everything from modern art to contemporary architecture is the pride of city. In 569 A.D. Lombard’s conquered Milan and by the end of eighth century the bishops managed to compel an alliance with emperors. During the earlier half of year 1000, the most powerful political figure in northern Italy was the Archbishop of Milan. By the year 1117, Milan managed to become a municipality and was at liberty from the clutches of Archbishop. Next it developed into a “Seigneury” from 1200, and gained increased importance as a major city in world. The city has been rising since then until lately by 1861 it claimed itself a place as the Kingdom of Italy.
Milan is well known for stupendous art and culture heritage. The most famous National Museum of Science and technology, “Leonardo da Vinci” in Milan is among world’s best scientific and technical museums. A water stretch, Navigli in Milan allows navigation from Ticino to center of Milan. Navigli Grande and Navigli Pavese join Milan to Pavia and form one of the most charismatic spots in Milan. There are numerous roadside shops and clubs on the banks of these rivers.
The place Brera in Milan gives almost the look and feel of Paris. It constitutes most fashionable spot of the city. The area is full of open-air shops that exhibit loads of apparels, all of which seem to be a sculpture on its own. The area includes Via Brera, Via Pontaccio, Corso Garibaldi and Corso Como, these places are also known as “luxury Bohemian”.
A perfect place to pass free time in the laps of nature is a large fascinating park having meadows, little bridges and lakes located behind Castello Sforzesco. Another place of interest is the Milan Lounge “Galleria Vittorio Emanuele. Walking around the arms of this lounge provides a view of restaurants, boutiques, bookshops and old-coffee stops.
Milan’s platter has witnessed a lot of changes. It offers every kind of taste ranging from Chinese cooking to Indian, African, Japanese and Middle Eastern cooking styles. Recently there has been increased demand for Milan’s original traditional food. A trip to Milan is almost incomplete without trying typical native food of the place. A classical Negroni is one of the many aperitifs that can be served with some snacks. Some of all time favorite conventional dishes of the place are Risotto alla Milanese, Cassouella and a specific Milan cutlet that has a very pleasing flavor.
Milan is an ultimate for fashion freaks and a paradise for shoppers. The popular Fashion Quadrilatero form the magnificent shopping area. The place contains top showrooms and boutiques in world crammed with articles boosting of best designs. All eminent brands and labels on earth constituting of Chanel, Armani, Prada, D & G, Valentino, Cartier and many more have their magnificent outlets at this place. The streets Via Sant’Andrea, Via Della Spiga, Via Montenapoleone, Via Manzoni along with others boosts of having warehouses clustered in that area. Milan offers a never say enough attitude for every flavor of life and is a remains a hot favorite among tourists around the globe.
Mansi AGGARWAL writes about Milan traveling. Learn more at http://www.milanvisitor.com
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