No doubt that central point of interest in Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio is its imperssive altar - made in gold, gilded silver, precious stones and enamel, is a true masterpiece of Carolingian goldwork.
Milan is known as home to famous Last Supper - masterpiece of Leonardo da Vinci. But less known is that there is another piece of art related to da Vinci and this one can be admired free of charge.
You will find beautiful piece of art inside the Portinari Chapel in the Basilica of Sant’Eustorgio - the ark of S. Peter Martyr, an extraordinary work that is considered the masterpiece of Giovanni di Balduccio