Galleria del Corso, Commercial gallery in central Milan, Italy
Galleria del Corso connects Corso Vittorio Emanuele II with Piazza Cesare Beccaria through multiple floors of shops and covered walkways. The structure preserves its original architectural character while housing modern retail and commercial spaces throughout.
Mario Beretta designed the gallery starting in 1915, with construction beginning in 1923 under the direction of multiple architects. The theater venue was added later, expanding the complex into an entertainment and cultural destination.
The gallery served as a gathering place for music and film enthusiasts, hosting numerous publishers and music industry offices that shaped Milan's cultural scene. Today, visitors can sense this artistic heritage through the spaces and their ongoing commercial use.
The gallery underwent major restoration starting in 2011, adding new retail spaces, a hotel, and modern facilities throughout. Visitors will find easy access to shopping areas and dining options spread across the different levels and sections.
The Excelsior Theater inside featured innovative movable floors that could be adjusted to create different spatial configurations for various types of performances. This technical feature was remarkably advanced for its era.
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