“A chapel, in a cemetery?” you might wonder. And you’d be right to be curious about the Cappella dell’Ex Cimitero. This isn’t just any chapel. It’s a silent sentinel, a testament to a time when Milan’s departed rested here. You see, before the grand Cimitero Monumentale arose, this very spot housed a smaller, quieter cemetery. But as Milan grew, so did its need for a grander resting place. The Cappella dell’Ex Cimitero, however, remained. It stands as a poignant echo of a bygone era, a time capsule whispering tales of those laid to rest. While the clamor of the city surrounds us, this chapel offers a space for reflection. It’s a quiet reminder of the passage of time and the stories etched in the very stones beneath our feet.
Nuovo Cimitero di Cologno Monzese
“A timeless sanctuary,” the old woman whispered, her gaze fixed on the rows of marble within Nuovo Cimitero di Cologno