There are two monuments that characterise Piazza XXIV Maggio, one architectural and one arboreal: Porta Ticinese and the big red oak.

Beautiful town in the Ticino Park, just 22 km southwest of Milan, following the Naviglio Grande.

The history of these places is full of great events involving the noble families who ruled it.   The main war conflicts of Milanese history from Frederick Barbarossa to the Italian Risorgimento took place on this territory. Great impetus was given by the work of the Cistercian monks who reclaimed much of this land from the 13th-14th centuries. They introduced and implemented the irrigation system still largely visible today, which made the Milanese plain one of the richest and most productive places in Italy. Devoting a day to the South Milan Agricultural Park , one can realize what the essence of this vast area is. Farmsteads, farmhouses, historic building complexes, the Navigli canals--a varied agricultural and historical picture. A myriad of points equipped for recreation, culture and leisure, for walking, trekking, boating, cycling, wine and food; with restaurants, trattorias and monuments placed within a qualified metropolitan agricultural environment.Take advantage of the heritage present within this protected agricultural area by identifying the four different purposes that gave rise to the Park: nature, landscape, history andagriculture. Always take a good look around you: the uniqueness of this area will surprise you in every season, with visions, scents, colors and flavors that are always different and never the same. - Cover image: IG roseandsword

The spearhead of Lake Varese.

Great museum offer in Como. From the first communities on the territory to the thematic museums

The Lombardy lakes offer quality services and accommodation for every type of holiday.

Not to be missed: top 12 tourist attractions in Milan   The Duomo, Cathedral of Milan The view from the lofty spires of Milano’s Duomo is an experience not to be missed; indeed the entire cathedral is an extraordinary narration of six centuries of history conveyed in the smooth marble from Candoglia, the light filtering into the aisles and the countless ancient statues.  The Castello Sforzesco Nowadays the Castello Sforzesco, the city’s fifteenth-century defensive fortress, is a place to admire innumerable works of art - from the Pietà Rondanini to Leonardo's frescos - and also a place to enjoy pausing in the courtyards embraced by the massive walls.  The Fashion District - Quadrilatero della Moda The heart of Milanese exclusive shopping is very close to the city centre - in the area between via della Spiga, via Montenapoleone, via Manzoni and Corso Venezia - with the designer labels that have made la moda and Made in Italy style famous worldwide.  Church of San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore Amongst the hidden wonders of Milano, between the ancient city centre and the Basilica of Santa Maria delle Grazie, stands the church of San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore that enchants visitors with its wooden choir and the unexpected beauty of its frescoes.  Brera Art Gallery Set in one of the most charming city neighbourhoods, the Pinacoteca di Brera is considered as one of the most popular art collections in Europe; not to be missed are the magnificent works by Mantegna, Raphael, Bellini, Piero della Francesca, Caravaggio and Hayez.  The Teatro alla Scala Since 1778, the operas and ballets at La Scala have provided exhilarating emotions for enraptured audiences; its famous stage has hosted the greatest artists - from Arturo Toscanini to Claudio Abbado and the magnificent voice of the iconic Maria Callas.  The Navigli (Canals)  The Navigli district is the ideal place for a romantic evening stroll along the city’s waterways, both for the once-a-month date with the bustling antiques market or for an easy chill-out at one of the many restaurants and bars.  Porta Nuova and Corso Como Milano’s state-of-the-art architecture and its vibrant nightlife scene come together amongst the skyscrapers of Piazza Gae Aulenti and Corso Como - the perfect place for gazing in awe at the Vertical Forest and enjoying a happy hour with friends.  Leonardo da Vinci's 'The Last Supper' ‘The Last Supper’, painted by Leonardo da Vinci in the Refectory of Santa Maria delle Grazie, has fascinated and intrigued art aficionados and its numerous visitors for many centuries.  Basilica of Sant’Ambrogio With its four-sided portico that welcomes the visitors and the evocative remains of its early Christian church, the Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio is one of the most beautiful examples of Romanesque architecture in Lombardy.  The ‘Leonardo da Vinci’ National Museum of Science and Technology Milano offers the thrill of delving into a submarine, climbing aboard a steam engine, uncovering the secrets of Space and admiring Leonardo da Vinci models all in one place: the renowned Science and Technology Museum.

It was a product of the genius of Leonardo da Vinci who in the early 16th century was a guest of Count Melzi in Vaprio d'Adda.

Another itinerary to discover the South Milan Agricultural Park. Here we can realize what the essence of this vast rural area is: we can find Visconti castles, farmsteads for the direct sale of agricultural products, agritourisms, historic building complexes and the Naviglio Pavese, which connects Milan to Pavia. In short, a very varied agricultural and historical picture. A loop route that begins and ends at Milan's Darsena. We take the bicycle path that runs along the Naviglio Pavese and follow it to Casarile where we turn around to head toward the center of Binasco. Let us continue on the bicycle path as far as Noviglio. From here let's head to Tainate and then to Gaggiano following the directions of the "Terre d'acqua e cascine" itinerary. We then follow the Naviglio Grande and return to the starting point. ITINERARYDistance: 44.9 kmDifficulty: easyRoad surface: asphaltElevation gain: + 140 m, -142 m (Max slope: 2.0%, - 3.3%; Average slope 0.3%, -0.4%)Suitable for: allRecommended type of bicycle: all AT LEAST FIVE POINTS OF INTEREST The Pavia Canal.Built by the Visconti in 1359, it originated as a navigable canal that joined Milan to Pavia. It is 33.1 km long and combined both an irrigation function and a transport route.Useful info: https: //www.mumi-ecomuseo.it/infodiscs/view/54Geolocation on map: 45.45197, 9.178 Cassino Scanasio Castle in RozzanoThe castle, once a fortified structure of uncertain origins, was later converted into a stately residence surrounded by a rural courtyard, now restored and designated as a residence.Useful info: the complex is visible only from the outsideGeolocation on map: 45.38913, 9.15012Two associated images Visconti Castle of Binasco Erected in the 14th century, it has the typical appearance of lowland Visconti castles, with an elongated quadrangular plan, high crenellated walls and protected by square corner towers (today only two remain).Useful info: http://www.prolocobinasco.it/castello-visconteo/http://www.prolocobinasco.it/contact/Geolocation on map: 45.33194, 9.09981 Cascina Conigo farmhouse in NoviglioBuilt in the 14th century, the complex is surrounded by walls with a wide entrance arch on which the carved heads of oxen and horses stand out. In a second inner courtyard is the Oratory of S. Maria Nascente.Useful info: http://www.lombardiabeniculturali.it/architetture/schede/MI100-05217/Geolocation on map: 45.34305, 9.08931 Kartell Museum in BinascoIt was created in 1999 for the company's 50th anniversary. Commissioned by Chairman Claudio Luti, it preserves, promotes and enhances the company's cultural, ideal, material and intangible heritage.Useful info: http://www.kartell.comCan be visited by appointment Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. with free or guided tours. Closed on holidays and company closing days.For reservations: 02 90012296, 02 900121.Geolocation on map: 45.34038, 9.09426 Mairano CastleAncient fortified building erected by the Visconti family in the 15th century.Useful info: http://www.comune.noviglio.mi.it/it-it/vivere-il-comune/cosa-vedere/castello-di-mairano-35944-1-087b8cd6d58533aae53d216cd7e87126Municipality phone number: 02.9006066Geolocation on map: 45.35777, 9.07067 Monsignor Ferraroni Square in GaggianoGaggiano is a small town divided in two by the Naviglio Grande canal. The main square where the church of Sant'Invenzio stands out overlooks the waterway. The fountain of misting water is particular and sobering.Useful info: http://www.lombardiabeniculturali.it/architetture/schede/MI230-00073/Geolocation on map: 45.40671, 9.03329

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Commissioned by Duke Filippo Maria Visconti, the nearly 19-km-long Naviglio di Bereguardo was created for irrigation purposes and as a transport route for goods that were to arrive from Pavia via the Naviglio Grande to the Darsena in Milan. Among these the most usual were salt from the Adriatic, firewood from Ticino, and cereals and wines from Oltrepò.The historical peculiarity of this waterway are the basins present, among which to be mentioned is the one called the Abbey. Many consider it to be the first lock in the world that came into operation on an artificial canal. These hydraulic works, the pride of Lombard ingenuity but costly to maintain, were studied and designed by Leonardo in his codices. Again according to the vincian genius, the Lombards with this system could take boats even to the Alps.