The Sforza Castle is one of the main symbols of Milan and its history. It was built at the behest of Galeazzo Visconti II in the second half of the fourteenth century and was rebuilt in the fifteenth century by Francesco Sforza, Duke of Milan. Over the centuries, it has undergone considerable change. Between 1500 and 1600 It was a major military citadels in Europe. After the unification of Italy (1861) and following the acquisition of the complex by the city of Milan, novamente was restored by Luca Beltrami. In 1905 It inaugurated the Tower of Filaret, completely riedificata. Now the castle has an important promotion of cultural and artistic heritage by hosting regular exhibitions and events. The Castle complex consists of several sections:
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Monumental building
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Ground floor of the Ducal Court (Museum of Ancient Art)
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First floor of the Ducal Court (collection of furniture and art gallery)
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First and second floors of the Rocchetta (collections of Applied Arts and Museum of Musical Instruments)
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Underground of the Rocchetta and Sala Viscontea (Museum of Prehistory and the Egyptian Museum)
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Merlata
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Rivellino
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Room Guards
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