Join | Log in

Channel Button

Home > Travel > Destination Guides > Europe > Italy

Destinations: A visitor's guide to Milan, Italy 12 Articles

  • 1 of 12

    by Roumyana Demireva

    Located in the plains of Lombardy, one of the largest cities in Italy, the city of Milan, is one of the most developed urban centers in Europe. Famous for its fashion houses and shops, Milan is also known as one of the mos...read more

  • 2 of 12

    by Joan Schonbeck

    "We're not in Kansas anymore, Toto!" There are Santa Clauses on the street corners, but they just don't look jolly. They are silent, and seem a little slim. No "Ho Ho Ho's" are heard, and their beards are obvious fak...read more

  • 3 of 12

    by Leona Ash

    The main city in northern Italy, Milan is situated in the plains of Lombardy and is one of the most developed and populated Italian region. For many years, Milan was known as Mailand, and till now, the Germans still call i...read more

  • 4 of 12

    by K. Kemper

    Chess game in Marostica Italy Inevitably, the US military gets leave or simply short time passes to see what's "Out there!" When I was a soldier in Italy, one of the intriguing "Tours" the USO takes soldiers on every...read more

  • 5 of 12

    by Cobor

    If you have planned a visit to Milan on important city in Italy's fashion capital can not, in my opinion, fail to devote a day of your vacation to one of the architects of the Italian Renaissance. Use this day for leavin...read more

  • 6 of 12

    by Royce Radcliffe

    This is the fourth most popular destination in Italy, and even though it is not the most popular, it is in the eyes of many travelers the most unique. The natural beauty of this place is pretty outstanding. It is easy t...read more

  • 7 of 12

    by Richard Serra

    Milan, what can be said about the second largest city in Italy that hasn't been said before? With its many attractions, it has its history, the beautiful landmarks, the grand shopping malls that many visit for some of the...read more

  • 8 of 12

    by Stuart Le Grice

    I travelled to Milan in the December of 2001 with my dad and brother for a spot of pre Christmas football watching. The mighty Ipswich Town FC were in the UEFA cup and had been drawn against Inter Milan, far too good an op...read more

  • 9 of 12

    by Steve Martin

    Besides being a wonderful city to explore, Milan makes an excellent base for visiting Northern Italy. North of the city lies my favourite region of all Italy the Italian Lakes. The city itself may not be the capital, but ...read more

  • 10 of 12

    by Juan Leer

    I had the good fortune of spending some time in Milan when I was in Europe a couple of years ago, and it is quite a city. With the population of the entire Milan metro area hovering over 7 million residents, it is one of t...read more

  • 11 of 12

    by Carol Evans

    Destinations A visitors guide to Naples It has been said I know "see Naples and die" and I must admit that I was rather worried about that.However we took our life in our hands and made the plunge. You can travel there...read more

  • 12 of 12

    by Chip Martin

    Most of the year Milan is comfortable like a warm day in the Spring: not too hot, and not too cold, either. There are occasional summer heat waves and springtime cold snaps. Sometimes an unusual hail or ice storm will occ...read more

Debate Icon

Cast your vote!

Are the French hospitable to American tourists?

Click for your side. Must be logged in.

Join Helium

Join Helium

173917

Featured Partner

Takes All Types

Takes All Types has partnered with Helium, giving you the chance to write for a cause. Browse Takes All Types' f...more

What is Helium? | User Guide | Community | Link to Helium | Privacy | User agreement | DMCA

Helium, Inc.
200 Brickstone Square Andover, MA 01810 USA