Out of the many architectural jewels in Italy, the Vittorio Emanuele Gallery is one of a kind. Built in Milan around 1865 and 1867, it represents exactly what the city would become many years later: a luxurious gateway of elegance, art, and of course, fashion. Here are 5 you didn’t know about this Italian architectural piece.

1.- Origins: The Vittorio Emanuele Gallery was built by architect Giuseppe Mengoni. The first idea of a commercial street that connected Piazza Domo to Piazza della Scala was actually attributed to Carlo Cattaneo, back in 1839. But it was until many years later that the city obtained the necessary permits.  Finally, in 1865, the foundation stone was placed.