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Ah, Milan ... the Italian shoppers paradise and a mecca for art & opera lovers ... and only a short hop to Lake Como in the Italian Alps for breathtakingly beautiful scenery.

Yes, Milan has it all - starting with Italian designer shopping at the historic and world famous Galleria, the prototype for modern malls worldwide, and very close in proximity to other attractions at the city's center.

Also don't miss a tour to the roof of the incredibly ornate Milan Duomo (cathedral); or tickets to the La Scala Opera; and take at least one trip to a world-class art museum — including an upclose view of one of Da Vinci's best-known masterpieces, "The Last Supper" at the church of Santa Maria delle Grazie (reservations required).

Getting around:

Although lesiurely strolls around the city are the best way to see everything, Milan is a busy and modern metropollis and easy to get around via bus, trolley or by subway.

Scenic Lake Como, only an hour away from Milan, is also easily reached by regional service from the Central or Cadorna stations connecting to regularly-scheduled ferry service to such popular lakeside resorts as Bellagio and Varenna.

More about Milan around the Web:

Ciao Milano - Promising "Milan at a glace" and featuring information on major and nearby attractions, hotels & popular restaurants, art & opera openings, event calendar, street finder and telephone directory, travel news stories, photos.

Milan Tourist Guide | Italy Heaven - Good, online brochure with facts on major attractions and day trips, best shopping, tips on how to get around, hotel recommendations, suggested reading.

Milan Travel Guide - Wikitravel - Insider guide to the city and attractions with details on the city's trolley and subway systems, central rail station, day trips, suggested hotels and restaurants, photos and practical safety tips.

Experience Milan, Lombardy & The Lakes - Fodor guide to all the major stops including tips on when to go, the Milan art gallery scene, the local soccer craze, and a quick historical overview of the region.

Milan Travel Guide and Travel Information - Lonely Planet - Hip, 'been-there' travel notes on the city and surroundings includiing photos & video, maps, information on what to see and how to get around, related visitor forum.

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