Cerchia dei Navigli, Historic canal network in Milan, Italy
The Cerchia dei Navigli consists of interconnected waterways encircling the central district of Milan with stone bridges and walkways alongside the water.
Engineers constructed this canal system in the 12th century to transport marble, goods, and agricultural products between Milan and surrounding lakes and rivers.
The canal district features monthly antique markets, art galleries, traditional craftsmen workshops, and numerous local food establishments along its banks.
Visitors can reach the canal area via the Porta Genova metro station and explore the district through guided boat tours or walking paths.
The Darsena dock, renovated for the 2015 Milan Expo, functions as an open-air gathering space where the Naviglio Grande and Naviglio Pavese canals meet.
GPS coordinates: 45.47302,9.18791
Latest update: March 4, 2025 10:33
Milan combines medieval churches, Renaissance art and modern architecture. The city displays masterworks like the Gothic cathedral, da Vinci's Last Supper and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. The fashion districts and historic quarters showcase Italian design and craftsmanship.
Milan offers photography locations for all skill levels. The selection includes Milan Cathedral, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, Sforza Castle and modern structures like Bosco Verticale. Historic districts like Navigli and Brera present additional photo opportunities.
Milan Cathedral
1 km
La Scala
622 m
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
837 m
Sforza Castle
679 m
Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio
1.5 km
Torre Velasca
1.5 km
Rondanini Pietà
798 m
Santa Maria presso San Satiro
1.2 km
L.O.V.E.
983 m
Piazza del Duomo
999 m
Basilica of San Lorenzo
1.7 km
Madonnina
1 km
San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore
1.1 km
Royal Palace of Milan
1.1 km
San Bernardino alle Ossa
1.3 km
Museo del Novecento
1.1 km
Colonne di San Lorenzo
1.7 km
Via Monte Napoleone
777 m
Biblioteca Ambrosiana
1.1 km
Pinacoteca Ambrosiana
1.1 km
University of Milan, Ca' Granda headquarters
1.5 km
Quadrilatero della moda
676 m
Piccolo Teatro
779 m
Palazzo Marino
757 m
Museo Poldi Pezzoli
589 m
Palazzo Mezzanotte
981 m
Founding of Milan
709 m
San Nazaro in Brolo
1.6 kmReviews
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