I was absolutely enchanted. If there's one place in Italy that encompasses its true flavor and spirit, it's Milan's Duomo square. The Duomo cathedral, the third largest in Europe, is a spectacular example of Gothic and Romanesque architecture 500 years in the making. Although the cathedral is adorned with more than 3100 statues and statuettes, Perego's Madonnina is the most inspiring. It is the icing on the cathedral cake, a final tribute to the five centuries of architects, construction workers, engineers and everyday citizens who contributed to the Duomo's construction.
Church is located on the west side of the square.
It's considered both a Temple of Faith and Temple of Art - much of the original art still remains within. Once inside the cavernous cathedral, you'll see that the church is split into five large naves, separated by voluminous pillars. The pillars are framed by intricate, delicate stained glass windows, which send long, darkly-colored rays of light across the hard floors. If you're short on time or just want to make sure you get to see the highlights of the cathedral, be sure to explore the central nave. The statues were actually carved by Jacopo della Quercia.