So, what better way to celebrate the newly born year!
The correct name of this amazing piece of artisanal handicraft is diatretum, or cage cup. It is on display at the Archeological Museum, and it is the only example in the world which has suffered no damage.
But the Archeological Museum not only contains treasures that testimony the rich historical past of Milano: its very location is quite surprising. Right in the middle of its courtyard, the remnants of a Roman domus lie next to the only standing tower left of the late Roman walls. In the Middle Ages, the tower became part of a monastery and its inside walls were elegantly painted.
The visit may last a few minutes, just to get a glimpse at the accurate wooden model of the city of Milano in the IV century - and to the diatretum, of course - or about one hour, if you also want to explore the sections dedicated to the Early Middle Ages, and to the Etruscan and Greek art.
Enjoy!
After the visit, go back to corso Magenta. Turn left and walk for 3-4 minutes to Bar Magenta. This one century old bar is a favourite with the students of the nearby Università Cattolica. Have a Negroni Sbagliato - a popular Milanese long drink - and you will live for many years!