Milan is not only Italy’s financial capital, but also the capital of fashion: wander through its streets to be immersed in a fashion jungle, passing people dressed from last season’s catwalk. Milan is also known for its design, its antiquaries, its musical scene and its annual cultural events. Galleries, museums, theatres and opera houses will satisfy those seeking Italian culture. With a population of over 2 million people, this Lombard city is a youthful place that enjoys an intense nightlife, with the characteristic Navigli atmosphere: when ordinary bars close, the locali (alternative clubs located in former warehouses) open their doors to Milan’s hippest people, who party until the early hours. Once you discover this side of Milan, unknown to tourists, it will certainly change your mind about the city’s character. If you want to escape the noise of the city, you are less than an hour away from the magnificent landscape of Lakes Como and Garda, or any of the other charming cities nearby.