Milan Cathedral (Duomo di Milano) - Zurich to Milan by Train

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Milan Cathedral - Duomo di Milano Duomo di Milano is one of the most famous buildings in Europe and the second largest Catholic cathedral in the world. Construction of the cathedral was commissioned by bishop Antonio da Saluzzo in 1385. Entire building made up of pink-hued white marble (Candoglia marble) from Lake Maggiore (Lago Maggiore). It took more than 5 centuries to finish the Cathedral and considered the longest-worked cathedral in the world. Carlo Buzzi was an influential architect who reverted back to the Gothic style. You can see the monument of King Victor Emmanuel II in the center of the Piazza del Duomo. Milan Cathedral is 157m long and 40,000 people can fit comfortably within. A total of 3400 statues perched on the tops of the cathedral. After exploring the inside visitors can experience the Duomo’s roof via steps or elevator. On the north side a staircase and an elevator run to the roof terrace on the roof. You can enjoy the breathtaking views across Milan and on a clear day you can see snow-capped peaks of the Alps. By train from Zurich to Milano Centrale (Milan Central station) will take about 4hours. How to reach to Milan Cathedral from Milan central station (Milano Centrale) By Metro - You can take Metro direcly to the Duomo. Take yellow line (Line 3), four stops to the Duomo. By Taxi / Uber. By Walking - walking is the best way to see a city. Will take about 45minutes to an hour. (you need a map as Milan is complex, huge city) If you plan to visit Duomo di Milano, Entry is only allowed in appropriate clothing. The central nave of the cathedral is wheelchair accessible. Open daily from 8am to 7pm Terraces – Daily 9am to 7pm Archaeological area – daily 8am to 7pm Duomo Pass – one admission within 72 hours. With Duomo Pass A (15 Euros) you can enter Cathedral Terraces by lift + Duomo Museum + Archaeological area + San Gottardo Church In case of religious ceremonies or special events may cause the closure of the cathedral. For more information about Duomo di Milano visit http://www.duomomilano.it/en/ If you enjoyed the video, subscribe on YouTube and like Amuwen on Facebook. Audio Tracks Barge Artist: Gunnar Olsen Album: YouTube Audio Library Digital Solitude Artist: Silent Partner Album: YouTube Audio Library