Castello Cova, Milan, Italy

Castello Cova was built between 1910 and 1915 on a design by architect Adolfo Coppedè (brother of the more famous Gino Coppedè), it is an example of Gothic Revival architecture, with guelph-style merlons decorating the external rusticated walls as well as the middle-ages styled tower. The tower of Castello Cova was reportedly an inspiration for the architects of the Velasca Tower, a landmark skyscraper in the centre of Milan. The Pusterla di Sant'Ambrogio, an ancient postern of the Medieval walls of Milan facing Castello Cova, was recreated in the late 1930s in a style that matches the Revival style of the Castello.

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mamo camara (4 years ago)
Good place

Roberto Vavassori (4 years ago)
Curious residence in medieval style but of modern construction that stands out for its beauty and particularity among the buildings in the area.

Edoardo Quiriti (4 years ago)
Wow

Odika Chiemezie (5 years ago)
I have a wonderful experience ☺

Roberto Soriano Doménech (5 years ago)
The tower may make you think of a Castle, but it is a palace. A building that will surely attract our attention when we walk through Milan and totally recommended to visit.

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