THE GRAND MARBLE PINNACLES

Walking on the Duomo terrace is a thrilling experience that allows me to observe many things in a new light. The opportunity to get up up and personal with the stunning carvings is truly unforgettable. It feels like I was strolling through a delicate marble forest as I roamed about, surrounded by pinnacles. The golden Madonna (Madunina in Milanese dialect), the icon of Milan, towers over the spires and 3400 sculptures that adorn the Duomo. The view from above of the enormous square - Piazza del Duomo – and the lovely geometric embellishments on the pavement is breathtaking. At whatever time of day or night, the crowds in the Piazza resemble little ants walking around. The majority are tourists who stroll at a leisurely pace, pausing to snap photographs, lounging on the stairwells, or waiting for the pigeons to take flight. The ability to go up to the roof of the Milano Duomo is, in my opinion, the nicest aspect of visiting it. Here, visitors can get up close to some of the cathedral's 135 spires and see how the church's signature pink and white Candoglia marble is being restored. Visitors can also get a breathtaking view of Milan's cityscape from the roof of the Milan Duomo, which is a mix of historic towers and new buildings (notably the Unicredit building). On a clear day, the Alps can even be seen. #travellater #travelinspiration #italy #milan #cityoverlook #europeanarchitecture