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Have you ever heard of a city gate that’s no longer a gate? That’s the curious case of Porta Volta here in Milan. Though the original gate, part of the 16th-century Spanish walls, was demolished long ago, its legacy lives on. This area, once a gateway connecting Milan to the Monumentale cemetery, still vibrates with a unique energy. Built in 1860, Porta Volta quickly gained prominence, especially after the construction of the Milano Porta Garibaldi railway station. This new station altered the path to Como, necessitating a new road, Via Carlo Farini, which branched out from Porta Volta. Sadly, the original gate structures were torn down. But look closely. The toll gates from 1880 still stand, whispering tales of a bustling past. Today, Porta Volta is on the cusp of a vibrant transformation. Renowned Swiss architects Herzog & de Meuron have designed a plan to turn this district into a cultural hub. Imagine a sprawling library, the new headquarters of the Feltrinelli publishing house, and lush green spaces breathing life into this historic corner of Milan. Porta Volta, a place where echoes of the past meet dreams of the future.

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