LOCATION
Milan’ s historical and cultural center— Centro Storico, in Zone 1— is a close-knit network of narrow streets that shelters an abundance of art galleries— showcasing everything from the Renaissance to the contemporary— square-side cafés and restaurants, and a world of high-end fashion and shopping, particularly in the Quadrilatero d ' Oro( The Golden Rectangle). Aside from the world-famous Duomo di Milano( set in the Piazza del Duomo)— a late Gothic cathedral which took 600 years to complete, borrowing from myriad architectural styles over that time— the Centro Storico boasts an array of historical and cultural attractions: gorgeous Renaissance churches and basilicas, such as the San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore and Basilica di San Lorenzo Maggiore; museums and galleries, such as the Brera Art Gallery and Royal Palace; and the Castello Sforzesco castle and courtyard, which is home to several art museums.
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Design Hotels represents and markets a curated selection of over 290 independent hotels in more than 50 countries across the globe. More than a collection of hotels, the company is a collection of stories. Each property reflects the ideas of a visionary hotelier, an " Original," someone with a passion for genuine hospitality, cultural authenticity, thoughtprovoking design and architecture. Each " Original " stands for the individual, aesthetic and service-driven experience that his or her hotel provides.
Founded by Claus Sendlinger in 1993, Design Hotels offers its members insightful travel industry knowledge, from market trend consultancy to international sales representation. The company has its headquarters in Berlin and branches in London, Barcelona, New York and Singapore.
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