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Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
밀라노
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation1:49
Welcome to the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, often affectionately referred to as 'Il Salotto di Milano,' or Milan's Drawing Room. As you stand beneath the massive triumphal arch that serves as the entrance from Piazza del Duomo,…
Listen in the app2The Central Octagon and the Great Glass Dome1:35
We have reached the heart of the Galleria: the central octagonal space where the two arcades intersect. Looking up, you are treated to a spectacular sight—the great glass dome, rising 47 meters above the mosaic floor. …
Listen in the app3The Ritual of the Bull: Luck and Legend1:18
On the floor of the central octagon, you will find four mosaics representing the coats of arms of the three capitals of the Kingdom of Italy—Turin, Florence, and Rome—plus the coat of arms of Milan itself. But look closely at the…
Listen in the app4Prada and the Birth of Modern Luxury1:23
As you walk toward the northern arm of the Galleria, you will encounter a shopfront that is as much a museum as it is a retail space. This is the original Prada store, founded in 1913 by Mario Prada as a luxury luggage shop…
Listen in the app5The Tragedy of Giuseppe Mengoni1:17
Behind the glittering facades of the Galleria lies a somber story. The architect, Giuseppe Mengoni, spent over a decade of his life realizing this monumental project. …
Listen in the app6Camparino and the Aperitivo Tradition1:27
Located at the corner of the Galleria facing the Duomo, Camparino in Galleria is more than just a cafe; it is the birthplace of a quintessentially Milanese tradition: the aperitivo. Founded in 1915 by Davide Campari, son of the…
Listen in the app7Connecting Faith and Art: The Path to La Scala1:23
As you exit the Galleria's northern arm, you emerge into Piazza della Scala. This exit highlights the deliberate urban planning behind Mengoni's design. …
Listen in the app8Closing1:27
As we conclude our walk through the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, take a moment to absorb the unique energy of this 'glittering lobby of Milanese life.' It is a place that encapsulates the Milanese paradox: it is unashamedly…
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What is Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II?
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is a place in 밀라노 with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 밀라노 |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Total length | 11 min 39 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 45.4656, 9.1900 |
| Last updated |
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