Monument to Varalli and Zibecchi, Bronze memorial sculpture in Piazza Santo Stefano, Milan, Italy.
Description
The Monument to Varalli and Zibecchi is a bronze sculpture positioned in the center of Piazza Santo Stefano in Milan, honoring resistance fighters. The structure rises from the plaza floor with cast bronze elements and engraved text as its primary features.
History
Sculptor Nicola Neonato created this monument in 1976 to honor those who participated in resistance movements. The creation took place during a period when Italy was reflecting on its recent past.
Culture
The inscription 'Ora e sempre resistenza' carved into the bronze speaks to ongoing commitment and determination. These words shape how visitors understand this place as a site dedicated to remembrance.
Practical
The monument sits on Piazza Santo Stefano, which is well connected to major transit lines and easily reached by public transportation. The square is active during the day, offering plenty of space to view the sculpture from different angles.
Did you know?
The bronze structure regularly serves as a gathering point for commemorative events and assemblies. Visitors often don't notice how this plaza takes on different moods throughout the year depending on the occasions held there.
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