The grand central tower
Milan’s most important Renaissance building was originally a 14th-century fortress, complete with massive fortifications, a moat, barracks, a prison and a courtyard, before being converted to a residence by then-duke Franceso Sforza. Upcoming artist Leonardo da Vinci frescoed many of the rooms.
One of two cylindrical towers
The tower and much of the building is rebuilt and the courtyard, Cortile della Rocchetta, remains.
Inside the courtyard
The castle’s park, Parco Sempione, spreads over 47 hectares. Since it was raining when I visited, I didn’t bother wandering around.
One of Michelangelo’s last sculptures, the unfinished Piet`a Rondanini
Today, eight museums are housed in the Castello Sforzesco, including fine arts, archeological, musical instruments, ancient art, sculpture and applied arts.
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