#314-2016:…read more Inaugurated on May 20th 1930, the Milan Planetarium is the largest on Italian soil and it is sponsored by the Milan City Hall. It was originally commissioned by Ulrico Hoepli and designed by the architect Portaluppi, later on it was donated to the City of Milano. Octagonal in shape, it can host up to 300 people on extremely uncomfortable revolving wooden chairs (I believe they haven't been changed since). Little less than 20 meters in diameter, the dome has an octagonal base and features the Milano skyline as it was originally in the 1930s. The Planetarium is equipped with a Zeiss projector that was installed in 1968 and has been in service since. I have been to this Planetarium several times but it was only recently that I have discovered how far things have evolved. I guess, the place needs to lure new viewers (namely of the teenage format). The show (5€ per per person) gives you pointers on how to spot stars, constellations and recites the stories behind said constellations delivered in a contemporary way (WhatsApp, Facebook, InstaGram are mentioned in the stories). I guess things have changed quite a bit since I first came to spot the stars. Worth mentioning that the Planetarium also houses the oldest and most important Amateur Astronomy Club in the city. There are many cultural events held here and in the outskirts of Milan (namely to watch real stars in the field) that make this place a MUST-GO for geeks, nerds and stargazers. If you are interested in knowing a little bit more about the events and the structure, here is the direct web link to consult: https://www.comune.milano.it/dseserver/webcity/Documenti.nsf/webHomePage?OpenForm&settore=SVIY-5HNGA3_HP

Amazing seating in 3rd row Midline for the fantastic up-set in EU basketball Milan beating…read moreBarcelona. One bar for 12,000 worked amazingly well for the 0.01% of Italians that LOVE their B'ball: They ONLY leave their seats during halftime!!! I had the bar to myself as Q3 started! That said the seating is pretty spartan, and the place needs renovation

What a spectacular architecture: looks like a temple our of Star Wars. Several stories high it…read morestands tall. Roofed escalators look like tubes feeding the temple with believers. Believers they are: in sport, music and other entertainment activities. However, the hallways are too narrow and there are as usual way too few toilets for ladies. Thus long lines of queuing women are circling the narrow hallways making it even more difficult to move around. Good: lots of cheap food and drinks Bad: The seats (except the additional rows up front) are extremely small and the leg room is practically non existent. Ticket prices for Figure Skating World event were staggering high - up to €180 for the Gala. Regular events during the week up to €80. The highest I have witnessed (even compared to Helsinki or Stockholm). What can you do? Nothing. Alternative: Watch an event on TV ...