The Navigli Circle in Milan, yesterday and today

Abstract

Through most of their circuit, the Milanese Navigli surround the historical center of the city, however without showing any segment of this old canal that was built together with other hydraulic projects for the purpose of bringing water to an urban space lacking in rivers. In fact, Milan is located 25 km east from Ticino, 25 km west from Adda and 35 km north of Po, without ever being crossed by any water course that is navigable or useful for water supply.