Sant' Ambrogio  

The Basilica of Sant' Ambrogio represent to the Milanese what Mecca represent to the Muslims. Sixteen centuries old, Sant' Ambrogio represents the history of Milan.

Originally founded in 379 by Saint Ambrose, Milan's first bishop and the city's patron saint, the basilica was enlarged in the 9th. century and later in the 11th. century, becoming the finest medieval building in Milan.

We recommend that if you plan to visit this church, to arrive prior to the opening of the external doors to witness a breath taking revelation of the imposing courtyard leading to the church.

Inside, Sant' Ambrogio contains beautiful treasures: The fine rib vaulting, the handsome pulpit, the altar decorated with gold, silver and precious gems from the 9th. century, the mosaic of the apse, the frescoes by Tiepolo and the shining mosaics in the chapel of Saint Vittore, 1600 years old.

Image on the right shows the superb artistic work of the pulpit.