This theater is known all over the world. But not many know the history of its name. The word "rock" means "ladder." In 1776-1778, architect Giuseppe Piermarini built a theater building on the site of the church of Santa Maria Alla Scala, from which the name of the theater itself originated. Not everything in the theater is charming and smooth. For example, the English writer Mary Shelley, who visited La Scala in September 1840, wrote: “La Scala is not good enough for a real music lover. Even though all the noble people of Milan attend this theater, they turned it into a market where horses and cattle were sold. “Trading” discussions are sometimes so loud that they drown out the music. " One of the most famous names associated with La Scala is - Arturo Toscanini. In 1898 Toscanini became the conductor of the theater, in this position he stayed until 1908, and from 1921 to 1929, Toscanini was the director of the theater.
Evening Milan is uniquely beautiful. We will begin our excursion at 18:00 from the square in front of the Dome Cathedral. All this, to climb the observation deck of the cathedral and meet the sunset, which will paint the city in indescribable colors. Then, through the gallery and La Scala Theater, we will stroll through the streets of the Brera quarter, where it’s time to try mouth-watering dishes in Milan style. After dinner in one of the oldest places in this quarter, we will reach the Isola quarter, where at night we will enjoy real live jazz.
Don't be afraid to get lost in new places!
