How often do you think about the ground beneath your feet? Here in Parco Andrea Campagna, that very ground holds a fascinating story. Parco Andrea Campagna wasn’t always a haven for leisurely strolls and picnics. This area was once a patchwork of farmlands, crisscrossed by canals branching off from the Naviglio Grande and Pavese. The clay-rich soil, nourished by the abundant water, created fertile “marcite”, a unique type of Italian water meadow. Imagine a landscape dominated by these marcite, their vibrant green a stark contrast to the urban environment that surrounds Parco Andrea Campagna today. As the city grew, so did the need for green spaces. In the 1970s, Parco Andrea Campagna (once known as Parco Teramo) was designed as a “green lung” for the burgeoning neighborhoods. While the park offers a tranquil escape, remnants of its agricultural past linger. The layout of the trees, the meandering waterways, and the nearby Cascine (farmhouses like Boffalora, Boffaloretta, and Battitacco) whisper tales of a bygone era. And so, Parco Andrea Campagna stands as a bridge between Milan’s rural past and its vibrant present.
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Step through the grand wooden doors of the Central House of the Workers of Art, and you’ll be transported to