Arluno: Sacred Architecture, Palazzi and Landscapes

Arluno between Sacred Architecture, Palazzi and Landscapes

Arluno combines sacred architecture, palazzi, an industrial past and expansive landscapes. In the town and its surroundings, there are churches from different periods, historic buildings, the former cotton spinning mill, as well as woodland and parkland. The individual sites range from Rococo windows in an apse to a park extending across several municipalities.

Churches with Rococo Windows and Historic Uses

At the Chiesa dei Santi Pietro e Paolo, the apse windows are designed in the Rococo style. The Chiesa di Sant'Ambrogio dates from the 15th century and was later used as accommodation for plague sufferers.

Palazzo Pozzobonelli, Villa Bolognini and Cascina Poglianasca

Palazzo Pozzobonelli Porro Lambertenghi Dell'Acqua was built by the Pozzobonelli family at the beginning of the 18th century. During Silvio Pellico's stay in Arluno in 1816, the palazzo was his residence. The building also has a lookout tower that was formerly used as a dovecote.

Villa Bolognini was built between 1689 and 1714 by Marquis Giuseppe Bolognini. At Cascina Poglianasca, a new, larger church dedicated to Saints Gervaso and Protaso replaced an older chapel in 1825.

The Industrial History of the Cotton Spinning Mill in Arluno

Arluno's industrial past includes the cotton spinning mill. It began operating in 1850 and ceased production around 1970. The spinning mill adds an industrial chapter to Arluno's sacred and architectural history.

Parco del Roccolo and Bosco di Arluno

Parco del Roccolo is located in the area around Arluno and extends across 1,810 hectares and several municipalities, including Arluno. The park therefore also includes areas outside Arluno. Bosco di Arluno is a woodland area with centuries-old oak trees.

Music and Other Cultural Sites in the Area

The three musical ensembles of Corpo Bandistico Arlunese perform mainly in Arluno at folk festivals, institutional events and religious events.

There are several other cultural sites in the area around Arluno. Palazzo Podestarile is a palace in the area around Arluno. Villa Litta is also a palace in the area around Arluno. Villa Visconti Borromeo Arese Litta is likewise a palace in the area around Arluno. Museo Storico Alfa Romeo is a museum in the area around Arluno.

Other Parks Around Arluno

Parco Quattro Elle is located in the immediate vicinity of Arluno. Parco Pirandello is located in the area around Arluno. Parco Villa Visconti - Banfi is also located in the area around Arluno.

Further destinations for orientation: Mediglia, Trezzo Sull’adda, Rescaldina, Morimondo, Lentate Sul Seveso, Turbigo, Basiglio, Zibido San Giacomo

For the higher-level travel overview: Milan.