The city center in Milan is a photographer’s dream. The architecture unfolds detail by detail, changing subtly with every hour of changing daylight. The image above is titled “Galleria Nights.”
Duomo di Milano
The full impact of the scale of the Duomo doesn’t hit you until you see it from an elevated position.
Piazza del Duomo
Even in early spring, the Duomo and its piazza attract thousands of visitors daily.
Duomo di Milano
The banner advertises the upcoming visit by Pope Francis.
Duomo di Milano
The details of the spires are best captured at night.
Duomo di Milano
The Duomo in the quiet of the early morning hours.
Museo del Duomo
The Museo del Duomo houses the most valuable artifacts belonging to the church.
Museo del Duomo
These are stained glass panels removed from the Duomo for safe keeping.
Museo del Duomo
Inside the Museo del Duomo is this wooden model of the Duomo, used by its builders during the 700 years of construction.
Museo del Duomo
The wonders of the museum come in all sizes.
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
A contrast of the fading evening light outside the Galleria after the lights have been turned on inside.
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Everywhere you turn there is artistry.
Townhouse Galleria
The room we stayed in at the Townhouse Galleria not only had views of the Galleria, but this inviting tub.
Townhouse Galleria
The entrance to the Townhouse Galleria is just around the corner from one of the Galleria entrances.
Townhouse Galleria
Beyond those drapes is a spectacular view from above the Galleria floor.
Townhouse Galleria
Breakfast with a view?
Townhouse Galleria
Townhouse Hotels actually have two hotels in the city center– the Galleria and the Duomo.
Highline Galleria
The rooftop catwalks over the dome of the Galleria have been rebuilt and are accessible from either Townhouse hotel.
Highline Galleria
This view of the Galleria domes is not one that most people get to see.
Highline Galleria
How about a roof-top cafe?
Pavarotti Restaurant Museum
The Pavarotti Restaurant Museum is a tribute to the great man.
Pavarotti Restaurant Museum
The restaurant features a quiet atmosphere and views of the piazza.
Pavarotti Restaurant Museum
Table for two?
Paizza del Duomo
The shops around the piazza begin to light up as the evening sun fades.
Townhouse Duomo
The Townhouse Duomo has several drinking and dining venues, including this outdoor area with views of the Duomo.
Townhouse Duomo
A view of the same outdoor venue from below in the piazza.
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
The bull mosaic in the floor has a brass circle where the bull’s ahem, manly parts should be. The legend is that standing and spinning on the brass plate gives you strength.
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Milan photo journal: this is a quiet moment in the Galleria.
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
The rooms at the Townhouse, allow unprecedented close-up views of the artwors high above the Galleria floor.
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
The lights of the Galleria shops provide a colorful glow.
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
This is the exterior of the Galleria next to the Duomo.
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Look closely through the far Galleria entrance. The statue is that of Leonardo de Vinci in the center of the Piazza dela Scala. The Davinci Museum is in the Galleria at that entrance.
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
The four mosaics surrounding the center of the Galleria were cleaned and refurbished prior to the 2015 Expo Milano.
Behind the scenes of the Milan Photo Journal
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I really love the Duomo, such an amazing building. I went years ago though and went to the roof. I remember the views from the roof were impressive too. I would love to go back. Thanks for sharing on #TheWeeklyPostcard.
I love your pictures but in the end, you can’t go wrong with Milanese pictures. Thanks for sharing #TheWeeklyPostCard fan
Would loooove to go to Milan one day and see the Duomo and the Galleria!! Thanks for linking up with #TheWeeklyPostcard!
I think there are two edifices in Milan that will take your breath away: the Duomo and the Galleria. Of course, they could not be more different from each other and yet, both are architectural marvels that have very few rivals in the world. Great photos, Melinda! #TheWeeklyPostcard
The Duomo Galleria in Milan looks amazing. Sorry I missed visiting the Galleria my last trip to Italy. Stunning photos and information. I pinned this for later use. Thanks for sharing! #TheWeeklyPostcard
Breathtaking is the word that comes to mind at the Duomo. Just breathtakingly beautiful. As a fan of architecture, it’s a breathtaking feat of building, too! Thanks for sharing your gorgeous photos on #TheWeeklyPostcard!