Royal Palace of Milan, Art museum and royal palace next to Duomo, Italy.
Description
The Royal Palace of Milan is a neoclassical building right next to the cathedral that now serves as a museum and exhibition center. The rooms spread across several floors with high ceilings, halls with stuccowork, and galleries connected by wide staircases and long corridors.
History
The site has housed administrative buildings and residences of different ruling families since medieval times. Giuseppe Piermarini redesigned the complex in neoclassical style during the 18th century for the Austrian Habsburgs.
Culture
The name comes from its time as a royal residence under Austrian and later Italian rule. Today the building welcomes visitors from around the world for rotating art exhibitions that range from modern installations to historical collections.
Practical
The entrance is on Piazza del Duomo, making it easy to reach after visiting the cathedral. Exhibitions change every few months, so it helps to check online beforehand to see what themes are currently on display.
Did you know?
The Hall of Caryatids deliberately preserves traces of the 1943 bombing, with some damaged columns and walls left visible as a reminder of the war. This choice makes the room an unusual space where art and 20th-century history intersect.
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Milan offers visitors a mix of historical landmarks and modern spaces. The city is home to Gothic cathedrals like the Duomo, grand galleries for shopping and art, and important museums. You can walk through ancient churches, explore art collections in palaces, or stroll through parks. The buildings...
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