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Though the visage of Milan is first of all determined by the modern architecture, in this city one can find a lot of historical places and points of interest. At first sight quite often appears a one-sided impression of the city. But in reality Milan is something more than an industrious metropolis: the closer you get to the center, the oftener you see marvelous old houses, churches and squares. To have a look on all the sights of Milan you'll need more than a day.

The Duomo Cathedral. The Duomo Cathedral is the main sight of Milan. The majestic cathedral of St Maria Nascent takes place in the very center of the city. It is one of the largest gothic cathedrals in the world: its height is 157m and width is 92m. The building works of the cathedral started in the 14th century and finished only after long time – in the 19th century. The cathedral can impress everyone's imagination not only by its front, but also by the interior. The mausoleums, the 5-meter bronze candlestick, wonderful chores, glass windows of the 16th century – this list of the objects that deserve your attention can be endless. From the roof of the building there is a catching panoramic view on Milan.
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