Milà

Milà is the Catalan name for Milan, a major city in northern Italy. The term Milà is used in Catalan-language texts to refer to the city of Milan. Milan is the capital of the Metropolitan City of Milan and the principal city of Lombardy, located in the Po Valley.

The name Milà traces back to Mediolanum, the ancient Roman name of the settlement at this site, commonly interpreted as “in the middle of the plain.” The modern city occupies a strategic position in northern Italy and functions as a major economic and cultural center.

Historically, the area has been settled since prehistoric times. In the Roman era, Mediolanum became an important urban center and later served as a Lombard capital in the early Middle Ages. Over the centuries, Milan grew into a key political, commercial, and cultural hub, especially during the Renaissance and in the centuries that followed.

Today Milan is known as a global hub for finance, fashion, and design. It hosts Italy’s main stock exchange and serves as headquarters for numerous multinational companies. The city is a cultural center, home to landmarks such as the Duomo di Milano, La Scala opera house, and the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, as well as renowned institutions like the University of Milan and several art galleries. Milan’s events calendar includes major fashion weeks and design fairs, contributing to its international profile.