SFORZA CASTLE, Sempione Park - Acquarium

You're now in the largest public park of Milan's historic center.

This park was built in the late nineteenth century on the esplanade of the military training ground north of Sforza Castle, and occupies 47 un-fenced hectares that are always open to the public. It is also an oasis of serenity in the heart of the city's traffic, and is located near a train station and a very popular metro station.

You'll notice that the park is in an English style, with a pond in the center and wide open spaces, and is also full of exotic plants and rare trees. There are ancient monuments here and there, as well as more recent sculptures.

Now pause the guide and go to the Civic Aquarium....