Awesome Adventure 2016: Milan

On Thursday morning we went into the centre of Milan and walked around a small museum within the La Scala (Teatro Alla Scala). Impressive to see artifacts from famous conductors and musicians. Sophie was particularly impressed with the opera costumes. We then picked up pre-booked tickets for a children's opera on Saturday. Strange to find the ticket office under Duomo station, rather than at the opera house. We walked around behind La Scala and out to the main park in Milan where parts of the old walled town remain. We picked up some overpriced lunch - toasted sandwiches - but at least a place with toilets for the kids. After a play in the park, John took Sophie and Will home and I wandered around that part of Milan, eventually catching the subway back into the centre and out to our suburb. The following day we managed to get through a big load of washing at the local laundry mat - no where near the 22kg that the machine could take! Then, we went back into the centre of town. John has found a major city that he actually likes - so, we are making the most of it. The roasted chestnuts were a bit on the burnt/raw side and more of a hit with tourists than locals - but still great fun to try.