Duomo

Duomo is one of the most famous cathedrals not only in Italy but in the whole world. This gothic cathedral was begun by Galeazzo Visconti III (1351-1402), first duke of Milan, in 1386. However, Duomo, consecrated in the 15th-16th century, was not completed until the coronation of Napoleon as king of Italy in 1809.

Milan's Duomo is the fourth-largest church in the world today. The cathedral boast 135 marble spires, a stunning triangular facade, and 3,400-some statues. The interiors are also fascinating and contain the tombs of Giacomo de Medici, two Visconti, and many cardinals and archbishops.

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Location:	Piazza del Duomo Metro: Duomo
Hours:	Open: Mar.-Oct., daily 9-5:45; Nov.-Feb., daily 9-4:45; May-Sept. depends on the length of day lates
Phone:	02-860-358, 02-8646-3456