Monumental Cemetery - Free Audio Guide
Milan, Lombardy, Italy
Cimitero Monumentale, Piazzale Cimitero Monumentale, Sarpi, Porta Volta, Municipio 8 di Milano, Milano, Lombardia, 20154, Italia
The Cimitero Monumentale in Milan, constructed between 1864 and 1866 and inaugurated on January 1, 1867, is a remarkable civil cemetery celebrated for its eclectic architecture by Carlo Maciachini. It is a cultural gem, displaying an impressive array of funerary art, including the resting places of notable Milanese figures. Visitors can admire its grand avenues, the Famedio, and Italy's first crematorium. The cemetery is open daily from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM and entry is free. It is wheelchair accessible, allowing everyone to enjoy its historical and artistic significance.