Milan is recognized as a world fashion and design capital, with a major global influence in commerce, industry, music, sport, literature, art and media .
The city center is especially famous for its fashion houses and shops (such as along Via Monte Napoleone) and the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele in the Piazza Duomo (reputed to be the world's oldest shopping mall).
The city has a rich cultural heritage, is home of several important composers such as Giuseppe Verdi, and
La Scala Theatre is recognised as one of the leading opera and ballet theatres in the world.
The vibrant nightlife, the unique cuisine, the famous museums, universities, academies, palaces, churches and libraries make Milan one of Europe's most popular tourist destinations
Milan is one of the EU's most important centers for business and finance and the hinterland has Europe's 4th highest gross domestic income. Milan will host the 2015 Universal Exposition.
UNA Maison Milano is right in front of the Duomo square at walking distance from the most famous fashion streets, the Opera theatre La Scala, and the best restaurants. The underground entrance is close by, as well as the bus stop and the taxi area.