Cordusio

Cordusio, Milan (Historic sites) — Fig. 01Cordusio© Andres rus · CC BY-SA 3.0

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About Cordusio

Cordusio metro station lies in the heart of Milan beneath the square of the same name and serves as one of the city's key transit hubs. Part of the first line, which was built in the late 1950s and opened in 1964, it connects the Marelli and Lotto stations. The station's architecture features two tracks with side platforms, above which sits a mezzanine with fare control. Especially noteworthy is the stylish design by architects Franco Albini and Franca Helg and graphic designer Bob Noorda. This shared design language defines the look of the stations on lines M1 and M2 and gives the underground space a distinctive aesthetic quality.

Based on the article “U-Bahnhof Cordusio” from the German Wikipedia, summarized and rephrased by a language modelLicense CC BY-SA 4.0

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At a glance

Category: Sight › Historic sites
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Milan, Italy
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Coordinates: 45.46556° N · 9.18639° E
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FAQ about Cordusio

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What is Cordusio in Milan?

Cordusio is a metro station in the heart of Milan, located beneath the square of the same name and serving as an important hub in the city. It belongs to Milan's first metro line, which was built in the late 1950s and opened in 1964. This line connects the Marelli and Lotto stations.

Who designed the Cordusio metro station in Milan?

The design of the Cordusio metro station in Milan is by the architects Franco Albini and Franca Helg and the graphic designer Bob Noorda. Their joint design shapes the look of the stations on Milan's M1 and M2 lines. It gives the underground space a distinctive aesthetic quality.

How is the Cordusio metro station in Milan laid out?

The Cordusio metro station in Milan has two tracks with side platforms. Above them is a mezzanine with fare gates. If you're interested in transportation architecture, you can see the typical look of Milan's early metro stations here.

What can you see around Cordusio in Milan?

Around the Cordusio metro station in Milan, you'll find numerous historic palaces and monuments in a small area. The Monumento a Giuseppe Parini stands just 27 meters away, the Palazzo Broggi about 67 meters away, and the Casa dei Panigarola about 111 meters away. Within a radius of roughly 200 meters, travelguide195 also lists the Palazzo Clerici, the Loggia degli Osii, the Palazzo Carmagnola, the Palazzo Aliverti, the Palazzo Olivetti, and the Palazzo Carminati.

Are there restaurants near Cordusio in Milan?

Yes, there is a wide selection of places to eat around the Cordusio metro station in Milan. travelguide195 lists around 315 restaurants within 500 meters. That makes it easy to combine a visit to the nearby sights in central Milan with a meal break.

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