Milan
Italy's foremost city of commerce and finance is also one of the world's leading fashion capitals. Though blessed with stunning new architecture and world-class shopping, Milan has much to offer its visitors beyond its glamorous surface. The city contains cultural jewels and artistic treasures that rival the best of Florence and Rome, including the intricate late-Gothic Duomo Cathedral, the world-renowned opera house known as La Scala, Leonardo Da Vinci's statue and the magnificent Galleria Vittorio Emanuele, one of the world’s earliest shopping malls.
La Scala
A world renowned opera house, La Scala s history dates back to its inauguration in 1778 when it opened with Antonio Salieri s opera L Europa riconosciuta, to a libretto by Mattia Verazi. Today, it is one of the foremost opera and ballet theatres in the world, and home to La Scala Theatre Chorus, La Scala Theatre Balelt and La Scala Theatre Orchestra.
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Galleria Vittorio Emanuele
The magnificent Galleria Vittorio Emanuele is a late 19th century glass-top, barrel vaulted tunnel is one of the world s earliest premiere shopping malls. Created between 1865 and 1877, it lies in the heart of the city and connects the Duomo and La Scala.
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Duomo Cathedral
The impressive Duomo di Milano is an elaborate Gothic cathedral on the main square of Milan. The Duomo occupied the most important site in the ancient city of Mediolanum and took five centuries to complete. Today, it is the largest Gothic cathedral in the world and one of the most famous buildings in Europe.
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Tour Code:REF Date:06/19/2013 ~ 10/02/2013
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Price From:$2200.00 Land Only
An ideal sampler of Europe’s most popular destinations, this itinerary introduces you to the continent’s most popular destinations and their finest sights and sounds, as well as the hidden gems in between. Feel the urban buzz of London’s streets, experience the timeless romance of the Eiffel Tower, take in the picturesque scenery of the Swiss Alps; each destination never fails to amaze. Prepare to be inspired as you discover some of the world’s most intriguing and enticing treasures on this perfectly tailored vacation.
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