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This guide to Milan is designed for movers planning on spending months, maybe even years living in the city. If you are only coming here for a couple of days to sightsee or hang out at the main tourist spots, then a traditional guidebook might be better suited for your needs. In this guide you’ll find information about living Milan and some special offers we have reserved for you. Maybe you’ve just arrived and you feel lost in an unknown city, but don’t worry: you’ll soon have a place to stay and lots of friends with whom to share these new experiences with. In the next few pages you’ll find out about some of the most important issues for a mover in Milan. There are things like how to find accommodation, move around the city, spend your free time, where to find the best nightlife spots, go out for an aperitivo, study Italian, information on universities, events and so on.Also, you’ll find the most common expressions and habits of the locals, what they always talk about at the bars and their favorite places.

You will find out that Milan is much more than the Duomo and La Scala and hopefully, very soon, you will feel a little bit Milanese yourself. We hope you find this guide useful! Make sure you check out www.YouthMoving.com to find out more about what’s going on in the movers community and help us grow! Live the world. Be a Mover! -The Youth Moving Team-

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About About the the City City People from other parts of Italy often think of Milan as a foggy city populated by businessmen and snobs. People from other parts of the world probably have heard of it because of its known fashion, design, opera, football and international fairs, but Milan is much more than this. Nobody who hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t lived here for a while can fully understand its charm. A BRIEF HISTORY Milan was founded around 590 BC by the Insubres, Celtic people, and was captured by the Romans in 222 BC. It was the capital of Roman Empire from 286 till 402 AD. Here in 313 AD, Constantine with the Edict of Milan, guaranteed freedom of religion for Christians. Milan became a prosperous center of trade during the High Middle Ages and played a major role in the Lombard League.Later, Milan became the capital of the Duchy of Milan, which was ruled by the Visconti, the Sforza, the Spanish and the Austrians. In 1796 it was conquered by Napoleonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s French troops, only to be given away again to the Austrian Empire during the Congress of Vienna of 1815. In 1859, the city was eventually annexed to the new Kingdom of Italy leading its industrialization process. During World War II Milan was terribly affected by Allied bombings and after German occupation in 1943, it became the main center of

the Italian resistance movement. In the post-war years Milan enjoyed a prolonged economic boom attracting large flows of immigrants from Southern Italy. During recent decades the city has become more and more international, turning into a sort of gateway to Italy for people from all around the world.

THE CITY Milan is a modern and lively metropolis. It may not have the same magnificence as some of the most historical cities in Italy or the rest of the world, but it still has a lot to offer.

People here say that the beauty in Milan is hidden and it requires some effort to find it. In the following pages you will find some useful tips about the best zones and places, but the best way to explore the city is probably on your own or maybe with the help of some locals.

THE LIFE Milan is a thriving cosmopolitan city, where you get the feel of a bustling, busy, fashionable business capital. This is the place in Italy where the latest trends and innovations are produced, where the heart of Italyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s business is, and where the future is more important than the past. The relentless lifestyle here is unique in Italy, combining hard work and good fun, which allows for even the busiest businessman to enjoy the endless possibilities Milan has to offer in the areas of culture, shopping, football, opera, and nightlife.

Things Things to to do do in in Milan Milan FASHION WEEK Fashion week in Milan comes around twice a year: in September-October (autumn/winter collection), and in February-March (spring/summer collection). During these weeks lots of famous designers, stylists, fashion bloggers and top models literally invade the city in order to attend fashion shows, fairs and events. If you’re a fashion student or you work in the fashion industry then you don’t want to miss out because it’s the chance to experience one of the most important fashion events worldwide. Maybe you’re a shopping addict and you can fill your wardrobe with all the latest fashion trends by doing some shopping at the fashion capital of Europe, or then again, maybe you’re just a Mover and all you want to do is go crazy and party hard with beautiful models in the coolest clubs in town.

SALONE DEL MOBILE Every April

in Milan there is a famous one-week international fair where interior designers from all around the world come here and you can enjoy art and design exhibitions all around the city. It is a unique chance to see some of the world’s finest international design creations. Although a lot of people couldn’t care less about it they still come to Milan because of all the parties taking place throughout the week for the so-called “Fuorisalone”. During this week you will find hundreds of events, open bars, chic happy hours, exclusive DJs and clubs.

FAI DAYS FAI (Fondo Ambiente Italiano) is a nonprofit organization that aims to promote a culture of respect for Italy’s art, nature, history and traditions. In order to protect the roots and identity of the Italian people, the FAI has restored many monuments and cultural heritage sites. It also organises some very interesting events where they open castles, villas, libraries and other historical sites which are usually closed to the public in order to raise awareness. They also sponsor days where there are free entrances to museums and galleries. Check out their website for more information. www.fondoambiente.it OPERA ALLA SCALA The Teatro Alla Scala, known for short as La Scala, it is one of the most famous theatres in the whole world and because of its prestige and perfect acoustics it is often referred to as the Opera Temple. Its season traditionally opens on the 7th of December, the feast of Milan’s patron. It offers opera, ballet and classical music. Although its premieres and social events are only for the luckiest and wealthiest people, there are still many events opened to the public throughout the season. It is also possible to buy an “undepass”,

which grants discounts, guided tours, and more.

SANT’AMBROEUS

Sant’Ambrogio is the patron Saint of Milan and celebrations devoted to him take place on the 7th of December, and most people consider it to be the beginning of the winter holidays: many take the opportunity to get away from the city and enjoy a bit of quiet and some long awaited skiing. If you can’t or don’t want to take advantage of the holiday you can still enjoy some cool Milanese experiences: the traditional “Fiera degli oh Bej! Oh Bej!” which is said to have been established in 1510 and is held on the grounds of the Castello Sforzesco. or the huge “Fiera dell’Artigianato” held at Rho Fiera Milano with thousands of exhibitors from all over the world.

DERBY DELLA MADONNINA The two football teams from Milan are AC Milan and FC Internazionale – for short called Milan and Inter – which face each other at the San Siro Stadium at least twice a year. For days, or even weeks before kick-off you can hear the locals talking about the derby anywhere and at any time: in the morning while having breakfast at the bar, at work, at lunch, on the bus, at night while at the pub, and even after the match is over there will also be days, or even weeks of tactical analysis and mocking of the losing team. The derby is indeed one of the most important sporting events for the people of Milan and, if you have the chance, don’t miss out on the opportunity to watch it live at the stadium and

experience the passion coming from eighty thousand fans supporting their teams with songs, chants and huge choreographed display shows covering whole sectors of the stadium. You might want to know that the seats at the San Siro Stadium are divided into four different colours: green or blue behind the goals and red or orange along the sides of the field. The second green ring (Curva Nord) is home to the Inter ultras, while opposite stands the second blue ring (Curva Sud) is where the Milan fans sit: you really wouldn’t want to go into one of these sectors wearing a scarf of the opposite team! The rest of the stadium is usually mixed, with the majority of supporters from the team that is playing the home match.

SPIN AROUND THE BULL’S BALLS

You may have been taken aback by this title but if you’ve ever walked into Galleria Vittorio Emanuele you’ve probably seen people spinning around with one foot on the ground. You may have also asked yourself what they may be doing.. well they were spinning around in circles while standing on a marble picture of a bull, more precisely they were standing on the bull’s balls. This strange yet traditional act is known to bring good luck to those who spin around three times on their right heel. In fact, so many people have done this throughout time that the bull’s balls have actually just become a hole that got carved onto the marble’s surface.

LATE NIGHTS “DAL LURIDO” If you

know what the word “lurido” means, you will probably change your idea about eating in these places as it means dirty. Actually it’s just a nickname given by Milanese youngsters to refer to food carts which sell sandwiches, hamburgers and salamelle (Milanese for sausages). They work during the night and the majority are crowded by people on their way back home from the club who are seeking to reduce their drunkenness or simply have the munchies. Buon appetito!

YOUTH MOVING EVENTS Youth

Moving hosts some of the most exclusive and exciting events in the city. Ranging from the typical apertivo, to themed parties and the hottest nights at the best clubs in Milan- always giving you special discounts and offers, the movers team has an event where you can join other international peers for a great night out every week. We guarantee to make you live in the city as a real Milanese and at the same time we’ll give you the opportunity to know other movers like you. Are you in?

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Movers Movers Experiences Experiences I really feel a connection with this city. A very deep connection that I cannot explain. The pace, the charm is so much better than I could have even hoped for. It’s hard to deny that the fact of living in another country, speaking another language, fundamentally changes you. When you live abroad, you realise that, no matter where you are, you will always be a mover!

Mallika, 19, Mumbai

Milan would have never been my first choice. I’ve never even dreamt of being here. It’s not one of those cities every child grows up dreaming about, at least not where I come from. Though, it might sound surprising, I couldn’t have found a city more perfect than Milan.

My favourite place is Colonne di San Lorenzo: Just chilling with a group of friends listening to the guy who plays drums there and watching this random man who everybody calls Becks man goes to every corner of the piazza at every hour and just starts clapping and everyone follows. I guess it’s his way of spreading happiness and I find that truly beautiful

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Two months after my return, I am happier than ever about my decision to come back and actually finding myself blissfully surprised about the seemingly infinite changes that city has gone through since I first packed up my life for 6 months in a 20kg (ryanair resctricted suitcase) almost 2 years ago. Milan is growing, it’s changing and improving.

Alessandra, 23, New York

Much to no one’s surprise I’m back in Milan a year and half after reluctantly having left the Italian capital of fashion, finance, industry, clubbing and most importantly the aperitivo. My first experience in Milan as an Erasmus was everything you can expect from a study-abroad experience but to save ourselves from some sappy Erasmus clichès about the best time of my life, etc I’ll just get down to the direct facts- I was coming back to Milan, there was no doubt about it.

I can feel the upcoming Expo 2015 in the air and I eagerly await it. Innovation can be found in almost every corner of the city even if it means a deviated tram line for a new metro line that opens in the next coming months. The upside though, a whole new range of cultural events and opportunities- be it the international food stands at Castello Sforzesco to an open-air cinema or a gelato festival. The “something for everyone” thing is really not an understatement. As for my new working life here, I can definitely say it’s much different than it was two years ago when I was living the student life, but the best part is only starting. Milan, like wine gets better with age and the best is yet to come.

Transport Transport Milan is a big city and moving by car, especially in the rush hours, can be a really stressful experience. Luckily, there are other ways to move around, most of them being provided by the Milan Transport Company (ATM). SUBWAY The Milan Metro canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t

be compared to those of the biggest European cities like London, Paris, Berlin or Madrid. Nonetheless it is the most efficient in Italy. It is made up of four lines (MM1 red, MM2 green, MM3 yellow and the brand new MM5 purple), plus a rail link made up of 5 suburban lines covering more than 80 km. Two metro lines are under construction and should be completed in the next few years. The Milan Metro works every day from 6 am till 00:30 am.

SURFACE TRANSPORT In addi-

tion to the metro Milan has a good bus & tram network system serving both the urban and suburban areas. The metro is faster but the surface transport is comfortable and efficient especially for short distances. Many people prefer it because it allows them to enjoy many of the city sights.

TICKETS AND FARES Tickets can be purchased at ATM Points, ticket machines and authorized bars and newsstands. You need to validate your ticket at the machines on board. Be careful, you can’t purchase tickets on board, so you need to get it before you enter. • simple ticket: 1,50 € (valid for 90 minutes since validation - a single access to the metro) • carnet: 13,80 € (valid for 10 simple tickets) • day pass: 4,50 € (unlimited journeys for 24 hours since validation) • weekly 2x6 pass: 8,40 € (2 simple tickets for each day of the week from Monday to Sunday, for a maximum of 6 days) • evening ticket: 3.00 € (unlimited journeys from 8 pm until the end of service on the day of stamping). There are many other different tickets you can discover on ATM website (www.atm.it).

TRAVEL CARDS Travel Cards allow

you to travel whenever and as often as you want on the public transport system . Travel Cards are electronic cards which cost 10 € and are valid for 4 years. You can purchase the electronic card at any ATM Point, online, or at any outlet located in the underground. You will need to bring a passport photograph, a valid ID and your Italian social security number (Codice Fiscale). Once you have your electronic card you can charge it at the ticket machines located in every underground station, at authorized outlets, at ATM Points, and at some cashpoints. You can choose different validity periods: • weekly: 11,30 € (from Monday to Sunday, valid for one week • monthly: € (one month from the 1st to the last day of the month for which the travel card was purchased) • annual: 300 € (valid for 12 consecutive months).

Discounts for under 26 If you’re under 26 you can ask for a special electronic card which will grant you discounts on the monthly and annual Travel Cards: • monthly: 17 € • annual: 170 €

NIGHT TRANSPORT Since 2011 Milan is served by a night bus network which is active on the weekends (Friday and Saturday) from 0:30 am to 6 am. Fifteen bus lines allow passengers to move around the city when the daily transport is closed. Three of the lines replace the metro serving all the stations. The other lines follow the route of their daily counterparts. These are N6, N15, N24, N27, N42, N50, N54, N57, N72 and N94. In addition, N90 and N91 travel at night every day of the week including weekends. You can use night transport with only one ticket which you can buy from parking meters during the weekend. Travel Cards are also allowed. TAXI Taxis are a more comfortable

and expensive way to move around Milan. Base fares can vary depending on the hour and the day of the week. Weekdays from 6 am till 9 pm it is 3,20 €, Saturday, Sunday and holidays 5,20 €, while at night (from 9 pm till 6 am) it’s 6,20 €. The basic rates are 1,03 € per km and 26,86 € per hour. If getting a taxi is the only option you have we suggest you try to find someone to share it with.

BIKE SHARING Since 2008 Milan has a public bicycle transport system designed for short distances that’s called BikeMi. You can pick up a bike at one of more than 100 stations around the city and leave it at any other station. The service is fully automatized and works 24/7. To use BikeMi you need a subscription which can be purchased online at www.bikemi.com, at any ATM point, or for only daily and weekly subscriptions you can call (toll-free number 800 80 81 81) and use your credit card or wap (wap.bikemi.it). The fares for the subscriptions are: • Annual: 36 € (25 € if you already have an ATM Travel Card) • Weekly: 6 € • Daily: 2,50 € With your subscription you can use a bike anytime you want for free, up to 30 minutes for each ride. After the first 30 minutes, a fare of 0,50 € for every 30 minutes is applied, for a maximum limit of 2 hours.

After that it will cost you 2 € per hour. Note that exceeding the 2 hour maximum limit 3 times blocks the subscription.

CAR SHARING In Milan there are different companies that offer the car sharing service. You can rent a car with a smartphone app and pay it just for the duration of your trip. It is a half way between a car rental and a taxi ride and it’s widely used in Milan, in fact you can even enter in the “Area C” and park on yellow and blue zones without additional costs.

DRIVING AROUND If you want to use a car, keep in mind that in the center there is a congestion charge named “area C”. The fee is 5 € and it’s applied to every vehicle entering the city center on weekdays from 7.30 am to 7.30 pm. The access is free only for hybrid or electric vehicles and scooters. When you have to park your car, remember that white lines mean “free parking”; yellow zones are reserved for residents, while blue lines denote “pay and display”: pay for a ticket from the dispensing machine and display it clearly in the front windscreen.

AIRPORTS Milan is served by three airports: Linate, Malpensa and Orio al Serio. Linate is the closest to the city center and you can reach it by bus (73 or X73) with a simple ATM ticket. Malpensa is the second biggest airport in Italy and it’s located in Varese province. You can reach it by coach from Central Station or by train from Cadorna Station. Orio al Serio is located in Bergamo province and it’s famous for its great offer of low-cost flights. You can get there by coach from Central Station.

Pratical Pratical Info Info This has to be the most boring part of the guide. Yet sooner or later you will probably have to deal with Italian bureaus. This chapter is meant to be a vademecum to orientate yourself in the intricate and seemingly never-ending world of Italian bureaucracy. PERMESSO DI SOGGIORNO All non-EU citizens must have a Visa for a stay of longer than three months (90 days). Then up to 8 days since your arrival, you must apply for a residence permit (permesso di soggiorno) that entitles you to temporarily live in Italy and is necessary for almost any other document you may need. First thing you need to do is head to a post office and pick up a “kit” that consists in two forms. Once you have filled them in, you will need to go to one of the Post Offices with a “Sportello Amico”. Along with it, you’ll need to have: • Your passport (with Visa if required) + a copy of all your passport pages • A € 16,00 revenue stamp (you can buy it at Tobacco shops) • Documents supporting your request for the type of residence permit you are applying for (i.e. copy of your certificate of enrolment from school/university, of your employment contract, etc.) Youll’be asked to pay € 107,50 for the application and € 30,00 for the postage. Then you’ll be given a receipt you’ll need

to keep as a proof of your application. When your application will be mailed and processed, you will receive a letter indicating when your appointment is to appear at the Questura (Police station). There, you must submit: • 4 passport-size photos • The letter you received • Your passport + 2 copies of your photo page + 2 copies of your Visa page • Two copies of the documents supporting your request for the type of residence permit you are applying for • The original receipt from the Post office + 2 copies At this point you will be fingerprinted and eventually you’ll receive a mail telling you when to return to pickup your Permesso di soggiorno. If you are already in Italy and your residence permit is close to its expiry date, you must apply for renewal at least: • 90 days before expiry date if your residence permit is valid for 2 years; • 60 days before expiry date if your residence permit is valid for 1year;

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30 days before expiry date in all other cases. Keep in mind that the validity of your residence permit is the same as that indicated on your visa. If you are EU citizen or planning to come to Italy for a period not exceeding 3 months you are not required to apply for a residence permit.

CODICE FISCALE The Codice Fi-

scale is free and has to be requested at the Agenzia delle Entrate. There are six offices in Milan: Via della Moscova 2(tel. 02 63679.1) Via Ugo Bassi 4 (tel. 02 69716.1) Via Bistolfi 5 (tel. 02 21049.1) Via Abetone 10 (tel. 02 54001.1) Via dei Missaglia 97(tel. 02 89307.1) Piazza Stuparich 2 (tel. 02 33025.1). Opening hours for the offices are Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00 13:00; Tuesday, Thursday 9:00 15:30. However, you should probably call before going there as these hours can sometimes vary. Along with the request, citizens of EU countries must show a valid identification document. Non-EU citizens will need to bring a valid passport (with Visa if required). This is enough if you are from one of the following countries: Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Bolivia, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, Chile, China (only Hong Kong and Macao), Costa Rica, Croatia, Ecuador,

El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Israel, Japan, Mexico, Monaco, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, San Marino, Singapore, South Korea, USA, Vatican, Venezuela. For citizens from non-EU countries it can be a bit more complicated, because there is a residence permit (permesso di soggiorno) required apart from the passport or a student Visa.

HEALTH

SERVICE Subscription to the SSN (Italian National Health Service) entitles you to: • the choice of a general doctor who can visit you free of charge and who will refer you to specialists; • free of charge admission to public or certified private hospital; • free of charge doctor on duty-continuous assistance service (Guardia Medica). If you already have an European Health Insurance Card you can access to SSN services without need to subscribe. You can just choose a general doctor at the ASL (Local Health Office) of your city area. Non-EU citizens, in order to register with the SSN must go to any post office, fill in a “bollettino postale” for the subscription to the SSN, and pay € 149,77 (students), € 219,49 (au pair), or based on your salary.

i If you already have an European Health Insurance Card you can access to SSN services without need to subscribe. You can just choose a general doctor at the ASL (Local Health Office) of your city area. Non-EU citizens, in order to register with the SSN must go to any post office, fill in a “bollettino postale” for the subscription to the SSN, and pay € 149,77 (students), € 219,49 (au pair), or based on your salary. Then you’ll need to submit to the ASL office: • your residence permit or the receipt • your codice fiscale • a copy of your passport • a document certifying your residence in Italy (i.e. your rental contract) • the receipt of the payment for the SSN subscription The insurance is valid one calendar year (January 1st - December 31st).Otherwise you can buy a private health insurance.

HOLIDAYS

January 1st New Year’s Day January 6th Epiphany March 31st Easter April 1st Easter Monday April 25th Liberation Day May 1st Labour Day June 2nd National Day August 15th Assumption Day

November 1st All Saints’ Day December7th St. Ambrose’s Day (Patron Saint of Milan) December 8th Immaculate Conception Day December 25th Christmas Day December 26th Saint Stephen’s Day

USEFUL NUMBERS

EMERGENCY> Ambulance: 118 Police: 113 Carabinieri: 112 Firemen: 115 Guardia di Finanza: 117 Road Assistance (ACI): 116 Pharmacy Helpline: 800.80.11.85 COMUNE DI MILANO 02.02.02 TRANSPORT> ATM: 800.80.81.81 RadioBus: 02.48.03.48.03 Trenitalia: 89.20.21 Linate and Malpensa airport: 02.232323 Bergamo - Orio al Serio airport: 035.326323 TAXI> RadioTaxi: 02.69.69 Taxiblu: 02.40.40 AutoradioTaxi: 02.85.85

Universities Universities LA STATALE

IL POLI

Università degli Studi di Milano Via Festa del Perdono 7 20122 Milano www.unimi.it

Politecnico di Milano Piazza Leonardo da Vinci 32 20133 Milano www.polimi.it

La Bocconi

Lo IULM

Università Bocconi Via Sarfatti 25 20136 Milano www.unibocconi.it

Libera Università di Lingue e Comunicazione Via Carlo Bo 1 20143 Milano www.iulm.it

La Bicocca

Il San Raffaele

Università di Milano - Bicocca Piazza della Scienza 1 20126 Milano www.unimib.it

Università Vita Salute - San Raffaele Via Olgettina 58 20132 Milano www.unisr.it

La LIUC Università Carlo Cattaneo Via Matteotti 22 21053 Castellanza (VA) www.liuc.it

La Cattolica Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore Largo Gemelli 1 20123 Milano www.unicattolica.it

Academies Academies La Bauer

Lo IED

Cfp Bauer Via Soderini 24 20146 Milano www.cfpbauer.it

Istituto Europeo di Design via Sciesa 4 20135 Milano www.ied.it

La Marangoni

Brera

Istituto Marangoni via Verri 4 20121 Milano www.istitutomarangoni.com

Accademia delle Belle Arti di Brera Via Brera 28 20121 - Milano www.accademiadibrera.milano.it

La Naba Nuova Accademia delle Belle Arti Via Darwin 20 20143 Milano www.naba.it

Il Conservatorio Conservatorio Giuseppe Verdi Via Conservatorio 12 20122 Milano www.consmilano.it

LA SCALA Accademia del Teatro alla Scala Via Santa Marta 18 20123 Milano www.accademialascala.it

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City City Zones Zones 1.ARCO DELLA PACE: In the

middle of a quiet residential area and facing Parco Sempione on the opposite side of the Castle, there is a beautiful Arc built by Napoleon in the 19th century. In front of it you will find a pedestrian zone full of trendy bars, famous for their aperitivo. The best season to enjoy the Arco della Pace is probably spring, when the area is most vibrant and you can enjoy a drink or a meal sitting outdoors.

2.BRERA: Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one of the most elegant and picturesque district of the city; its narrow streets are home to plenty of bars, restaurants and shops. Everything here is quite chic and high-class, but the district conserves some of the bohemian charme coming from having been the artistsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; neighborhood of the city. Here you can also find the Pinacoteca di Brera, the Teatro Strehler and lots of fortune-tellers ready to read your palm.

3.CENTRO: The city center is an area dedicated mainly to shopping: the famous Quadrilatero della moda, starting from via Montenapoleone, hosts the most chic boutiques in the city. The whole area is full of shops, from the little craft workshop to the international megastore. You will find pretty much everything you may need and more, with a huge range of quality and price. Also, if you want to be a tourist for one day, here is where you have to come: the Duomo, the Castello Sforzesco, the Scala, the Galleria, the Museo del Novecento, Palazzo Reale and most of the famous ancient buildings in Milan are located in this area.

4.CHINATOWN: Just dropped your new smartphone and watched it smash into hundreds of pieces?Pick them up and bring them to one of the many electronic shops around via Paolo Sarpi to get them assembled as fast and cheap as it gets. Then, while you’re here you can take a look around at all the different shops and their huge selection of goods of any kind at very affordable prices. And of course, you can enjoy a cheap meal in a genuine Chinese restaurant where (sometimes) Italian is still considered a strange foreign language.

5.CITTÀ STUDI: The area surrounding the Politecnico and the scientific faculties of the Università degli Studi di Milano is known as Città Studi. Even if it is quite far from the city centre, it is served very well by the public transport and has a metro station in Piazza Piola. Many movers choose to live here because it is near to their university, rent is cheaper than in the city centre and there is a youthful atmosphere with many students and parties.

8.COLONNE DI SAN LORENZO: One of the most famous spots of Milan’s movida. The square between these roman columns and the Basilica di San Lorenzo is the meeting point for a young crowd that populates the many bars around the area from the happy hour until late in the night. When the temperature allows it, people will often enjoy a take-away drink, an improvised concert, a cheer for Becksman (you’ll get to know this Milan urban legend) and a chat with some fellow strangers, all of which sometimes cause protests from the residents because of all the late-night noise.

6.CORSO COMO: This area, just

alongside the Garibaldi Station, is the heart of Milan’s most fashionable nightlife. From happy hour until late at night plenty of bars, restaurants and clubs are ready to entertain the trendy crowd stepping in this pedestrian area. Lots of new buildings, skyscrapers and shops have been built during the last years for EXPO2015. Piazza Gae Aulenti (inaugurated in 2012) is an awesome example, you should definitely see it!

7.MOSCOVA: Home to many offices and important companies, the area is also a lively nightlife spot. In Via Solferino and Corso Garibaldi there are many restaurants and bars with luxurious happy hours.The prices are generally quite high, but near Largo La Foppa there’s a bar ran by a bunch of Chinese guys and an ice cream shop by its side that sell cheap drinks and beer.You will notice them because of the crowd outside. If you’re more interested in culture than in nightlife you can go to the Cinema Anteo which offers a different experience from any other cinema.

9.NAVIGLI: Originally a working-class residential district, the area sur-

rounding the artificial rivers of Milan still conserves part of the atmosphere of the last century. The craft workshops have been replaced by lots of bars and restaurants and the residential quietness by a lively and sometimes noisy nightlife, making it one of the most popular spots in town for a night out. But you can also still find an authentic friendly atmosphere and picturesque corners. Many students choose to live here because the rents are not as high as in many other more central districts.

10.PORTA ROMANA: This zone

is south-east from the centre and not far from the Università degli Studi and the Università Bocconi. Probably it is not the most famous nightlife zone of the city but it’s still quite central and well connected. There are many good bars and clubs in this zone often crowded by both locals and movers.

11.PORTA VENEZIA: This square,

with its historical gate in the middle, is today one of the busiest crossroads in Milan’s everyday life. On one side of it there’s the Indro Montanelli Gardens with the Museum of Natural History and the Planetarium inside. On the other side there is Corso Buenos Aires, a long, busy street with lots of shops. Its surroundings also host a great number of trendy, underground or gay pubs and clubs. There is also a great range of multicultural and ethnic restaurants.

12.TORTONA: For a few years now this area has been considered the

district of design and creativity thanks to many events and exhibitions that take place here throughout the year. Most of all, during the Salone del Mobile (usually in April), this area is a must see for designers, artists and for everyone that wants to live by the saying “I was there” and wants to attend every radical-chic event at any cost. If you just want relax and enjoy the bars and pubs our suggestion is to come here a different time of the year.

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Accommodation Accommodation FINDING A HOME One of the most important things if you want to have a great experience abroad is good accommodation: remember that you are spending months here, it’s not just a holiday. So be patient and choose as carefully as you can. There are different kinds of accommodation in the city and your choice should reflect your tastes and your needs. In Milan rent is quite expensive and the words “cheap” and “nice place in the center” are hardly found in the same sentence. But don’t worry, after all you’re in Italy and miracles do happen. There are many ways to look for the home that best suits your needs. If you’re lucky enough you already have some friends in Milan that can help you out before and after your arrival. Or, if you’ve come to study or work, your university or company may have some place to offer you. Otherwise, the best solution is probably to stay in a hotel for a while so that you can look at different apartments, without having to take the first one you see just because you need a place to sleep for the night! For example, you might want to check that the place where you are going to live is well connected to the rest of the city (metro, surface transport, night bus, etc.), that the

price is fair, also compared to other offers (be sure to ask if the utilities are included in the rent), that your room is big enough and if there are any amenities (for example air conditioning, washing machine, dishwasher and so on), that the flat is fully furnished and in good condition. Remember that if you choose to live in a shared flat, which is usually the cheapest solution, the right flat mates are equally important (if not more!) as the location, the price, the size and the condition of the apartment. Finding the right accommodation may take you some time and effort, but it’s definitely worth it! Check the accommodation offers in Milan on www.youthmoving. com/milan/accommodation-offers Good luck with your search!

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Gogol’Ostello

Zebra hostel

Via Salmoiraghi, 1 Ph: 02 39267095

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Via privata Chieti, 1 Ph: 3470512612

www.gogolostello.com

Viale Regina Margherita, 9 Ph: 02 36705185

The Hostel is near FieraMilano City, San Siro Stadium and a few metro stops from Rho-Fiera and Piazza Duomo. Private en-suite rooms with 2/3/4 beds and dormitory with 6 beds and shared bathrooms on the floor. Standard of quality and low prices are guaranteed by Hostelling International. Erasmus discount.

Gogol’Ostello & cafTè letterario is a space where travelers can meet people with ideas. You can find a beautiful cafeteria, a small garden, an art exhibition area and 5 rooms with 6, 4 and 2 beds. Its cultural program represents their main strength because they promote new artists, designers, writers and more!

Located in via Regina Margherita, this hostel was founded by a traveler for the travelers. The hostel is named, themed and decorated after the owner’s love for zebras. It offers dormitories from 21 Euros (12 bed mixed dorm) to 25 Euros (6 bed mixed dorm) per night.

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Aperitivo Aperitivo WHAT’S AN APERITIVO? In Italy

the aperitivo consists of some snacks – usually chips, peanuts or small squares of pizza – being served for free together with your pre-dinner drink. But in Milan it is much more than this: with the price of your drink you have access

ROIALTO Via Piero della Francesca, 55 Ph: 02 34936616 www.roialtogroup.it Roialto is a bar famous for its interior design, with an elegant and intimate atmosphere. Its aperitivo is wonderful, with a huge choice of both very popular and unusual cocktails and wine along with several buffet islands, where each offers a different selection of Italian fine food. It is opened from Tuesday to Sunday from 6pm-2am and Sunday from brunch time.

to an all-you-can-eat buffet where you can fill your plate buffet where you can fill your plate with appetizers, pasta, pizza, rice, sandwiches, fruit and much more. The aperitivo - which usually lasts from 6pm to 10pm – can often replace your dinner and be the perfect beginning of your night out.

Spritz

Bhangrabar

Shine

Ripa di Porta Ticinese, 9 Ph: 02 83390192

Corso Sempione, 1 Ph: 02 34934469

02 39400903 Via P. Capponi 1

Just in front of Arco della Pace, Bhangrabar is a lounge bar with oriental design and an evocative atmosphere. Every day from 6pm to 10pm it offers one of the richest and most famous buffets in town, along with a wide selection of fine drinks. Or you can come for the Sunday brunch, for lunch or for drinks until 2am.

Located In Wagner Square this exclusive lounge bar offers breakfast, lunch and happy Hour. The location is elegant with a large outdoor area. Every day an amazing buffet is served from 5 p.m. with a large selection of cocktail.

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Located in Ripa di Porta Ticinese (Navigli zone), this bar was born only in 2008 but it has already become famous for its happy hour. It has a one of the largest buffet in Milan and a huge selection of cocktails in a chic setting, with their speciality being their many diverse versions of the famous â&#x20AC;&#x153;Spritzâ&#x20AC;?.

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Restaurants Restaurants Ah, the Italian cuisine! Traditional Milanese dishes are a bit different from the ones from the South of Italy; the most famous ones are risotto, cotoletta and polenta. By the way Milan is a cosmopolitan city and you can find every kind of food you are looking for. From pizza napoletana to Japanese sushi, from African restaurants to Brazilian churrascarias, from

SHRI GANESH Via Elia Lombardini, 8 Ph: 02 581 109 33 www.shriganeshmilano.it Milanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oldest Indian restaurant. Creamy curries, crispy tandoori bread, and spicy, vegetable-filled samosas are cooked with traditional flavours and seasonal ingredients. Try the smooth chicken korma or the fiery pork vindaloo or just sit back and enjoy free wifi with a cup of chai masala. Great for the gluten-free and vegetarians.

American burgers to Turkish kebabs. Also, the fish that arrives to Milan every morning is often considered fresher than the one by the sea. The prices vary a lot from one place to another: from a few to hundreds of euros. Here you will find some places where you can eat delicious food without spending your whole monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s salary.

QOR Via Elba, 30 Ph: 02 463091 www.qor.it The Qor is a Japanese restaurant, based on the classic sushi, sashimi and maki but also carpaccios and tartarts. The strength of this restaurant is the atmosphere: elegant, pleased, modern, little Japanese but eclectic. It’s one of the most fashionables restaurant in Milan so it’s pretty expensive but it’s always full.

Spontini

Corso Buenos Aires, 60 (Via Spontini, 4) Ph: 02 2047444 www.pizzeriaspontini.it The first Spontini opened in 1953 in Milan and now it’s one of the most famous pizza brand in Italy with 6 restaurants in Milan (Buenos Aires, Marghera, Cenisio, Papiniano, Duomo and 5 Giornate). The slices of pizza are high and baked in a wood oven with tomato, oregano, mozzarella and some anchovies. It’s a classic for Milanese people!

Anadima Bistrot Via Pavia, 10 Ph: 02 8321981 www.anadima.com It’s a restaurant and a bistrot, an unconventional place, mixing mediterranean tradition, a touch of creativity, with season and typical ingredients. The dishes are never trivial, with a huge selection of wines and brew beers. You can also have an aperitivo (from 6.30 pm) or a great brunch (Saturday and Sunday).

Cafes Cafes CAFFĂ¨ Cafes in Milan are often like a second home or the house of a good friend, where you can eat, drink, read the newspaper, watch TV and chat with the owner and the other customers. The key is always the coffee, which in Italy is almost like a religion rather than a simple beverage. When you spend some time at the bar you will notice that everyone has

Gogol & Company via Savona, 101 02 45470449 www.gogolandcompany.com Bookshop, Art and CafĂ¨. Gogol & Company is a cultural and social space open Tuesday to Sunday 8 am-10 pm where you are always welcomed to learn, share and discuss your interests and passions, or just relax, enjoy art exhibitions, read a good book or try out the premium natural food and drinks.

his/her ownpersonal habits there.

Espresso, lungo, macchiato (caldo or freddo), cappuccino and marocchino are just some examples of the infinite ways coffee can be ordered. We would like to suggest a few bars where you can taste some of the greatest coffee in Milan and finally choose your favorite one.

Re Fosco Bar

Bar La Rossa

Piazzale Tripoli, 9 Ph: 347 575 1439

Via S.Calimero 7 Ph: 02 36633079

Via Durando 10 Ph: 3398345175

In the heart of Porta Romana, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only 30 sq.m. plus an outdoor area and yet nothing is missingâ&#x20AC;ŚStarting with the breakfast with home made croissants and hot pancakes, on to lunch where the tartare reigns. And all day cakes, hot chocolates, creamy cappuccinos and smoothies. Until the aperitivo with wine and appetizers for a reasonable price and dinner: From foie gras to cheeseburger!

A focal point for students of the university Politecnico di Bovisa, La Rossa has anything someone may want from breakfast through lunch and the aperitivo. Hamburgers are must haves as well as the Spritz. All this is in a great all year long atmosphere, topped off by a beautiful dehor.

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Pubs Pubs & & Bars Bars PUBBING Milanese people usual-

ly call “pub” every place where you can drink something at night, have a good time with your friends and meet new people, even if it doesn’t look like the traditional Irish or Scottish pub. Luckily in Milan there are a lot of places like these, often with a huge choice of good beer, cocktails and

food, both local and international. The prices can vary a lot, depending on the zone, the quality, the glamour and many other factors, in some cases even the day of the week. Here you can find a list of some of our favorite pubs and bars in town, with the best drinks, prices, happy hour and international atmosphere.

The Football English Pub Via Valpetrosa 5 (on the corner of via Torino) Tel 02 864464 www.thefootballenglishpub.com This typical english pub is located just a few steps away from Piazza del Duomo. Here you can watch any match scheduled during the day including Premier League, Serie A, Champions League, Europa League, Six Nations and all the international football and rugby. And from Monday to Friday 6-8pm the real happy hour in Milan: any pint of beer at 3,50 Euro (on Monday till midnight).

OFFSIDE

Birrificio Lambrate Frog Café

www.offsidesportspub.it

www.birrificiolambrate.com

Via Losanna, 46 Ph: 02 39431455

Looking for a cosy pub where you can drink the finest ales and ciders, watch every kind of sport live on 7 wide screens and have fun? Offside is the answer! Italian and international kitchen, open 7 days a week ‘till late, the perfect place where to start (or finish) your nights in Milan!

Via Adelchi, 5 Ph: 02 4816121

via Savona, 2 Ph: 339 8960039

This is not only a pub but a microbrewery that produces the most typical Milanese beer. 17 kinds of beer named in dialect after districts (Lambrate, Ortiga), focal points (Domm, Montestella) and common expressions (Ghisa, Ligera). Every day from Tuesday to Sunday lots of people come to taste them along with the pub’s food.

This bar is a “must” for people in the zone and for anyone interested in the specials they offer: on wednesday beer and cocktails are 3 Euros all night long and during the weekend if you are an international student ask for the offer dedicated. Susy will prepare a surprise for you!

Clubs Clubs PARTY ROCKING IN MILAN After a long aperitivo, a good dinner or a few drinks at a pub, you’ll probably be ready to go home and get some sleep or… You can choose to keep partying as many other movers do! Milan has a large number of clubs. If you don’t know them all it may be hard to decide where to go.

11clubroom Via Alessio di Tocqueville, 11 Ph: 02 89281611 www.11milano.it This elegant and sophisticated club is located in corso Como. The interior and decor resembles a real living room with leather couches, retrò armchairs and animal print carpets. Every Thursday it hosts one of the best international nights in town with theme parties and special deals for erasmus and international students.

Keep in mind that the fun depends on the place, the people and the day of the week. The area around Corso Como is where most clubs are located, but you probably don’t want to miss out on other great places just because you don’t know where they are. Here you will find a short list of some of the most lively clubs in the city.

Alcatraz

The Old Fashion Club Grey’s Room

Via Valtellina, 25 Ph: 02 69016352 www.alcatrazmilano.it

Viale Emilio Alemagna, 6 Via Carducci, 25 Ph: 02 8056231 Ph: 329 2916271 www.oldfashion.it www.greysclubmilano.com

Milan’s Alcatraz is a huge venue that hosts a variety of events. The space weights in with 3000-square feet of elegant and modern décor that has been packed with locals and visitors every weekend since it opened. Alcatraz often hosts fashion shows, live music, DJ events, private parties and on-location filming for TV shows and movies, so any night could hold a myriad of surprises!

Located close to the Sforzesco Castle and the Cadorna (green and red lines) metro station, it’s one of the most famous and glamourous clubs in Milan. It has 2 big halls with different kinds of music and a great outdoor zone opened during spring and summer. Sometimes there is a strict selection at the door.

A brand new club in the center of Milan, Grey’s room is becoming a must of the Milanese nightlife thanks to its great location and its many events. It’s opened from Wednesday to Sunday and every Saturday night it hosts an international party called “50 shades of Grey’s Room” proposing special fares for international students!

Language Language Schools Schools LEARNING ITALIAN In Milan you

can probably get on just fine with only your knowledge of English. Not all of the locals speak it fluently, especially the older people, but with a little effort you can get to understand them and be understood. But, even if you can get on without it, are you sure you don’t want to learn the language that many recognize as “the most beautiful language in the world” now that you have the great opportunity to live here? If you want to know more about the Italian culture, go deeper into the city life, be more comfortable with the locals, understand what people say when they are talking between them, study for an exam, look for a job, read books and newspapers… or maybe just to be cool in the eyes of your friends and family when you will be back, in Milan there are a lot of schools specialized in teaching the Italian language to foreign people. Look for the coupons in this guide and choose the one that best fits to your needs… You will soon find out that saying “Mamma mia!” shaking your hands up and down doesn’t mean properly speaking Italian!

Art Art & & Culture Culture ART AND CULTURE IN MILAN Ok you’re right, we said we wouldn’t tell you about touristic stuff but living in Milan you will be surrounded by art and culture and you will soon be aware that they are part of the Italian lifestyle and they affect people’s behavior. We have tried to make a mix of both famous and less known places and a selection from classic to contemporary art to give you an example of the wide range of cultural activities that the city has to offer. PALAZZO REALE Piazza del Duomo, 12 Ph: 02 88465236 www.artpalazzoreale.it

It was the seat of government of Milan for many centuries. Heavily damaged by the Allied bombings during WWII, today is an important cultural centre and it hosts exhibitions of the most important artists, e.g., Picasso, Canova, Dalì , Monet and so on… Next exhibitions will be dedicated to Chagall, Segantini and Van Gogh.

TRIENNALE DI MILANO IL CENACOLO

MUSEO DEL 900

Viale Emilio Alemgna, 6 Ph: 02 724341

Piazza S.Maria delle Grazie, 2 Via Marconi, 1 Ph: 02 92800360 Ph: 02 88444061

It’s an international cultural institution which organises exhibitions, conferences and events related to art, design, architecture, fashion and cinema. It is also a museum of Italian design, a laboratory of ideas, the Art Theatre (Teatro dell’Arte) and the Art Palace (Palazzo dell’Arte).

Painted in the refectory of the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie, the “cenacolo” is the most famous representation of The Last Supper of Jesus with his disciples. This painting has always had an aura of mystery and a lot of writers have formulated theories about hidden messages in the painting. For this reason, the only way to see it is to book a ticket in advance!

www.triennale.org

www.cenacolovinciano.net www.museodelnovecento.org

Located in the Palazzo dell’Arengario, is a public venue dedicated to the exhibition of 400 works of Milan’s collection of Twentieth-Century Art. It hosts paintings, drawings and sculptures of many famous artists like Balla, Boccioni, Braque, de Chirico,Fontana,Guttuso,Kandinskij,Klee, Manzoni,Matisse,Modigliani,Mondrian,Munari, Pelizza da Volpedo and Picasso.

PINACOTECA DI BRERA

Via Brera, 28 Ph: 02 72263264

PAC (Pavillon of Contemporary Art) Via Palestro, 14 Ph: 02 8844 6359

Museo della Scienza e della tecnologia Via S.Vittore, 21 Ph: 02 485551

It is one of the earliest examples of architecture in Italy designed exclusively for modern and contemporary art. The attention of the exhibitions are focused on contemporary art, always directing its look at the future. The PAC has also launched a project to encourage dissemination of art, supporting shows with various activities: music events, readings and conferences.

Founded in 1953, it is now the largest science and technology museum in Italy. In the Museum you can: Discover the most important collection of Leonardo da Vinciâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s machine; Get on board the Enrico Toti submarine; Explore exhibition on transport, materials, energy and communication; Experiment the new frontiers of science and technology.

www.brera.beniculturali.it www.pacmilano.it

It hosts one of the most important collections of paintings in Italy. The exhibition covers a wide period. Thanks to various donations it has paintings from prehistoric times to the XX century by artists like Bramante, Mantegna, Tintoretto, Raffaello, Caravaggio, Van Dick, Rubens, Pelizza da Volpedo, Hayez, Picasso, Boccioni and Modigliani.

www.museoscienza.org

Milan Milan Slang Slang In Italy there are lots of dialects: there are regional ones and there could even be two neighboring cities that speak two different dialects and could have a hard time understanding each other. In Milan there is a very typical accent, the dialect is going out of fashion and it is spoken mainly by grandparents. But, as in the majority of the cities, in Milan there are a lot of slang expressions used mostly amongst young people. Some of them are quite normal while some others are really weird. Here you can discover some of the most famous and common expressions between locals. Enjoy!

Bella It is literally feminine for “beautiful”, but in Milan this word is not only used for girls. In fact, it is a common way young people use to greet each other and/or to express agreement. So even if you are a male, don’t worry if when you meet an italian friend he shakes your hand saying “bella!”: he’s not trying to seduce you, he’s just saying hello (probably)!

paura

Literally “fear”, is commonly used by Milan youngsters as an adjective to express enthusiasm for something. For example “stasera c’è un concerto paura” doesn’t mean that tonight there is a satanic concert, but an awesome one. Sometimes you can also use “da paura” or “pauroso” (“frightening”).

dI BRUTTO Literally “in an ugly

way”, means “very much”. For example “ieri mi sono divertito di brutto” (literally “yesterday I had fun in an ugly way”) means in fact “yesterday I had lots of fun”. It is considered sort of a street slang/zarro expression, so saying for example “ti amo di brutto” shall not be considered the most romantic way of saying “I love you a lot”. Other common slang expressions for saying “very much” in Milan are “a nastro” (“as tape”), “a manetta” (“as throttle”), “a bestia” (“as beast”).

Limonare Literally, “to lemon”,

it refers to the act of french-kissing (aka kissing with the tongue). Therefore, a “limone” (“lemon”) is a french kiss. This word is very common and used all over Italy… You will probably even hear a song during your nights-out here called “limonare”!

In bocca al lupo Italians are very superstitious. For example, openly wishing someone “buona fortuna” (“good luck”) is actually thought to bring them bad luck so don’t do it. In order to overcome this, a few strange expressions have been created. The most common is “in bocca al lupo”, literally meaning “in the mouth of the wolf”. So if somebody tells you, for example, “in bocca al lupo per il tuo esame” (“in the mouth of the wolf for your exam”), he’s wishing you good luck for your exam and, for the scaramanzia to work out, you have to answer “crepi!” (“may he die!”). We know it sounds like nonsense, but this is how these things work everywhere in Italy (not just in Milan).

Cazzeggiare This expression means “wasting time in activities of little or no importance”. For example, “ho cazzeggiato tutto il pomeriggio su facebook” means “I wasted all afternoon on facebook”.

RIPIGLIARSI Literally it means something like “to take yourself back”. It means the process of recovering the health of body and/ or mind after a hard situation, like a shock, an injury or maybe just several drinks or a crazy night out. A variation of this term, with exactly the same meaning, is “riprendersi”.

zarro

A “zarro” is a person, or the stereotype of a class of people, mainly from the suburbs or out of town, that tend to be loud and straightforward. “Zarri” are normally seen by other people as gross, harassing and ignorant. The term can also be used as an adjective for things that relate to the zarro lifestyle, such as pimped-out cars and scooters, some dance or techno songs, certain clothes etc. Other common terms to refer to a zarro are “tamarro”, “truzzo” and “tabbozzo”.

tanta roba Literally means “lots of stuff” and, much like “paura”, it is used to express enthusiasm for something. An example would be “quel film è tanta roba” (literally “that movie is lots of stuff”), which actually means “that movie rocks!”.

Bella!

Zio

Literally “uncle”, is a slang word to address somebody, pretty much like “mate” in english. Originally used by the zarri (see “Zarro”), this expression has now spread amongst many young people of all kinds.If somebody calls you his uncle, it means he’s relating to you in the most informal possible way, like if you have been friends for a long time. A lot of people use it every other word: the risk (often happens to Milanese guys) is to say “zio” to your girlfriend or to your brother or sister. It could be kind of awkward!

sbatti

Short for “sbattimento”, it refers to anything that prevents a Milanese from enjoying life lightheartedly, and also defines the very condition of uneasiness that it causes. Hence the most common expression of displeasure in Milan, which you’ll hear every time something stresses, worries or scares a local: “che sbatti!!!”

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