Page 14 - Ireland West Airport Winter Destinations Guide 2021/22

New Winter Destination
TOP 5
Milan
Charming yet undeniably gritty, Milan is Italy's wealthiest, and
certainly most stylish city; a great example of old-world romance
meets urban steel. Yet those who know Italy would always
recommend a visit to the country's fashion, food, architecture and
art capital. Milan has an ancient and fascinating history. Restaurants
in MIlan oer food from every corner of Italy. From pizza to pasta,
from fresh vegetables to fish and seafood you'll enjoy a true
unforgettable Italian food experience.
Bergamo itself (just 45 minutes from Milan city centre) is
characterised by tiny winding streets filled with Renaissance palaces,
medieval monuments and churches full of rich artistic treasure.
Excellent restaurants and shops are housed in the city's historic
buildings. Only an hour outside Milan you could be enjoying some of
Europes finest and most stunning lakes such as Lake Garda and Lake
Como which are a must see when you visit Milan and why not go a
little further afield and take in a day trip to stunning Venice?
You can now fly to Milan (Bergamo) every week during the summer
and winter with cheap flights with Ryanair from Ireland West
Airport! Book now on Ryanair.com or with your local travel agent.
THINGS TO DO IN MILAN:
1. Duomo di Milano
The Duomo di Milano is a massive and awe-inspiring work
of art. Dedicated to St Mary of the Nativity (Santa Maria
Nascente), it is the seat of the Archbishop of Milan, the
largest church in Italy and the third largest church in
the world.
2. Leonardo da Vinci’s ‘The Last Supper’
Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper mural is located inside
the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie, in the heart of
the city. It’s one of the must-see things to do in Milan for
any tourist as it’s perhaps one of the most iconic pieces
of art ever to be made.
3. Wander around Navigli
Milan’s most popurlar neighbourhood - The Navigli
district is a spectactular and lively location best visited
at night. There are a lot of restaurants, cafes, galleries
and shops to see here.
4. Spend a day in Lake Como
La dolce vita might as well have been invented here, on the
shores of Lake Como. Quaint villages with cobbled alleys,
opulent lakeside villas, glistening greeny-blue waters, all
cozily cocooned by the surrounding mountains. A trip to
Lake Como is one of the must see things to do in Milan. It’s
an idyllic paradise with plenty to explore.
5. Go Shopping at the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
The Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is one of the oldest
shopping malls in the world. It’s a beautiful space
where many locals like to spend their free time.