A Return to Milan – Day 2 – Part 2 – An Arch and A Tower

The Arco della Pace dates from 1807, and was designed by the architect, Luigi Cagnola.  It stands at the site known as the Porta Sempione, named after the ancient gatehouse that once stood there.  At the time, this was the spot where the Strada del Sempione entered the city.  The Strada del Sempione connected Milan…