ISOLA, MILAN: A BREAKDOWN OF THE LOCATION

If Milan’s allure is well-known for being understated, Isola is no exception. To the north, the old tram line runs along the edge of the city, creating a chessboard-like pattern of calm lanes and orthogonal blocks, which is scattered with less regular piazze. Behind the facades, a working-class spirit that was once palpable can be found dormant in former workshops and hidden courtyards.

The neighborhood has become more accessible to the rest of driving directions the city as a result of urban regeneration projects carried out over the last decade. In this neighborhood, ecologically conscious architecture is mixing with social housing from previous generations, and hip bars and ateliers have become common sights. All of this adds up to one of Milan’s most popular tourist destinations, where visitors flock in search of a vibrant nightlife and contemporary cityscapes, among other things. For those who wish to look a little deeper than the most recent fashions, however, there are still hints of a deeply-rooted local identity as a suburban borough to be found.