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Quadrilatero del Silenzio: Milan's Hidden Oasis

Discover Milan's 'District of Silence': a tranquil escape with stunning architecture, hidden gardens, and the famous pink flamingos.

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Escape the bustling city in Milan's 'Quadrilatero del Silenzio' (District of Silence), a serene neighborhood near the fashion district. Discover art nouveau architecture, hidden gardens, and the famous pink flamingos of Villa Invernizzi.

A brief summary to Quadrilatero del Silenzio

  • Piazza Eleonora Duse, 3, Milan, Metropolitan City of Milan, 20122, IT

Local tips

  • Visit during the week to peek into the entrance hall of Palazzo Berri-Meregalli and see the 'Vittoria Alata'.
  • Don't miss the flock of pink flamingos at Villa Invernizzi, visible from Via Cappuccini.
  • Look for the bronze ear at Casa Sola-Busca on Via Serbelloni, a unique artistic intercom.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    From Piazza Eleonora Duse, walk along Via Mozart, taking in the architecture. Turn onto Via Cappuccini to see Villa Invernizzi's flamingos. Continue onto Via Serbelloni to find Casa Sola-Busca. The area is easily walkable in under an hour.

  • Public Transport

    Take the Metro M1 to Palestro station. From there, it's a short walk to Corso Venezia and the entrance to the Quadrilatero del Silenzio through the arch of Palazzo della Società Buonarroti-Carpaccio-Giotto. A single metro ticket costs €2.20.

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The Quadrilatero del Silenzio, or 'District of Silence,' offers a tranquil escape from Milan's energetic atmosphere. Located a short distance from the famed Quadrilatero della Moda, this area is known for its stunning art nouveau buildings, quiet streets, and hidden gardens. Developed between the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the district showcases the opulence of the Milanese bourgeoisie during the European industrial revolution. Key landmarks include Palazzo Berri-Meregalli, an eclectic mix of Gothic, Art Nouveau, and Neo-Romanesque styles, adorned with the 'Winged Victory' sculpture by Adolfo Wildt. Casa Sola-Busca features Wildt's unique 'bronze ear' doorbell. Villa Invernizzi is famous for its garden inhabited by a flock of pink flamingos, a surprising sight in the city center. The area, bounded by Via Serbelloni, Via Mozart, Via Cappuccini, and Via Vivaio, contrasts sharply with the nearby fashion district. The Habsburg Empire ennobled the area with the construction of the Villa Reale and the Public Gardens, later enhanced by neoclassical and Liberty-style buildings. The Quadrilatero del Silenzio retains a sense of historical literary importance, once home to writers and artists such as Giuseppe Parini, Alessandro Manzoni, and Carlo Carrà.

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