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Essentials about Torre Velasca in brief

For some it is an ugly monstrosity, for others a fine example of modern Milanese architecture. There is hardly a building in Milan that divides opinions as much as Torre Velasca. The nearly 100-meter-high skyscraper, located just south of the Milan Cathedral, is one of the most striking landmarks on Milan’s skyline. The architecture of the mushroom-shaped building is said to be reminiscent of the typical Lombard fortresses of the Middle Ages.

The history of Torre Velasca

After World War II, large parts of Milan’s city center were badly damaged by Allied bombing. In 1950, therefore, planning began for the construction of a high-rise building. In 1956/57, Torre Velasca was completed in only 292 days according to plans by the architectural firm BBPR. The tower is named after Juan Fernández de Velasco, a Spanish governor of the Duchy of Milan in the 17th century.

The architecture of Torre Velasca

The architecture of the mushroom-headed widened cross-section with a narrower base and a cantilevered upper part recalls the typical shape of a Lombard fortress, especially the famous Torre del Filarete of Sforza Castle. The lower floors of Torre Velasca house stores, offices and studios. In the upper part there are apartments. Only the lobby is accessible to visitors.

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Getting there

By public transport:

Metro line 3: Stop Missori

Bus lines 54, 73, NM1, NM24 and NM27: Stop Missori

Tram lines 12, 19 and 24: Stop Missori

By car:

The nearest car park is the Garage Velasca.