Pinacoteca di Brera

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The Palazzo di Brera was born from an antique Convent which, in the XIV century, was managed by a group of Humiliati monks. Nowadays, the building hosts not only the Pinacoteca but also the Braidense National Library, the Brera Observatory, the Botanical Gardens, the Lombardy Institute of Science and Literature, and the Academy of Fine Arts.

This last was opened in 1776 for want of Maria Teresa d'Austria, and its history is entwined with that of the pinacoteca which was opened at the same time as the Academy: initially, the role of the Pinacoteca was to contain a collection of works that were considered an example for the students registered at the Accademia di Belle Arti. It was Napoleon who decided to transform the Pinacoteca into a real Museum with the intent to recreate an all-Italian Louvre.

Amongst the many works conserved there today one can see "Madonna con il Bambino e Santi" by Piero della Francesca, "Cristo Morto" by Mantegna, "Lo Sposalizio della Vergine" by Raffaello, "Il Bacio" by Francesco Hayez, and the "Cena Emmaus" by Caravaggio.

The art gallery of the Pinacoteca di Brera is open from Tuesday to Sunday and is situated in the centre of Milan in via Brera, 28. It is possible to stay in one of the many hotels in and around Milan, a city that is well furnished with hotels and apartements in both the centre and on the outskirts.

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• Hotels
• Hotel Brianza 1.21 km View the map Visit the site »
• Hotel Kennedy 1.5 km Recently restored, the Hotel Kennedy rises in the heart of Milan, just 50 metres from the underground station of Porta Venezia, and close to the historical centre. As well as… View the map Visit the site »
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• Hotel Holiday Inn Milan Garibaldi Station 1.89 km The Holiday Inn Garibaldi Station is an excellent four-star hotel close to the historical centre of Milan and just a few paces from the shopping centre and the night life. The hotel… View the map Visit the site »
• Hotel Charly 1.95 km The Hotel Charly is a two-star hotel situated in a favourable position in the centre of Milan, between Corso Buenos Aires and the Central Station.It has been realised within two… View the map Visit the site »
• Hotel Galles 2 km The Hotel Galles is a high level, four-star hotel in Corso Buenos Aires in Milan, in front of the underground station.It is a late nineteenth century building which has been… View the map Visit the site »
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• Holiday Inn Milan Nord Zara 9.95 km Holiday Inn Milan Nord Zara Hotel in Cinisello Balsamo near Milan just 15 minutes from Linate airport. Equipped with 128 comfortable rooms with all comforts and furnished in modern… View the map Visit the site »
• Hotel Victoria 14.37 km The Hotel Victoria is situated in Varedo, a town in the Brianza area from which it is easy to reach Monza, Lake Como, and the Milan Trade Fair. Recently restored, the hotel disposes… View the map Visit the site »
• UNA Hotel Lodi 26.77 km Una Hotel Lodi is located in a very quite position at San Grato. It is 3 km (2 miles) from Lodi centre and 30 km (18.6 miles) from Milano center. The hotel offers 62 comfortable… View the map Visit the site »
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• Hotel Moderno 35.55 km The Hotel Moderno is a family managed hotel in Trecate, just 100 metres from the railway station, and 10 Km. from Novara towards Milan. As well as having a… View the map Visit the site »
• Hotel Plaza 38.79 km The Hotel Plaza in Pavia is just 2 Km. from the centre of the city, in a strategic position for reaching Milan which is about 20 minutes away. Guests in this four-star hotel will… View the map Visit the site »
• Hotel Don Abbondio 44.5 km The Hotel Don Abbondio in Lecco is situated in a central position on the antique Piazza Era, in front of the lake. As well as an internet point, this hotel offers its guests a large… View the map Visit the site »
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• Albergo Posta 47.26 km View the map Visit the site »
• Albergo Ristorante Grigna 50.36 km Hotel Grigna is a 3 star hotel located in Mandello del Lario, a few steps from the lake and the railway station of the village. The hotel has several services available including an… View the map Visit the site »
• Hotel Giardino 58.29 km Hotel Giardino is located in the historic town of Arona, on the western shore of Lake Maggiore. Rooms offer air conditioning, TV and minibar, and many have balconies with lake views. View the map Visit the site »
• Hotel Spagna 58.56 km Located in a quiet street, just 50 metres from Lake Maggiore and a few steps from the city centre, Hotel Spagna offers the perfect base for exploring the historical city of Arona. … View the map Visit the site »
• Hotel Belvedere 58.79 km Immersed in a green area, the Hotel Belvedere is a four-star hotel situated in Lanzo d'Intelvi, a location in the Valle d'Intelvi which is about 10 Km from Lake Lugano.Among the… View the map Visit the site »
• Idea Hotel Piacenza 59.04 km Idea Hotel Piacenza offers air-conditioned rooms with satellite TV and Wi-Fi access, and free bikes to explore the area. Children stay free. Enjoy a mix of regional specialities… View the map Visit the site »

• Campings
• Campeggio ai Colli Fioriti 54.61 km View the map Visit the site »

• Restaurants
• Ristorante Pizzeria Europa 50.2 km Europa Restaurant and Pizzeria is located in Varano Borghi, a town in the province of Varese.Guests will have a smoking room, a non-smoking room, garden and private parking.The… View the map Visit the site »