The main opera house of the planet

OPERA at La Scala in Milan No visit to Italy is complete without a visit to Milan's La Scala. If you listen to any of the world's masterpieces from the operas in the world-famous opera house, adjoining the cathedral, then you are guaranteed an unforgettable experience. To describe the interior of the Teatro Allya Rock "(this is the full name of the theater), it is hardly enough words. Upholstered armchairs upholstered in red velvet, and huge chandeliers hanging everywhere, give the opera a special luxury. They create a unique atmosphere that can not be missed. The facade of the opera house La Scala La Scala was built between the years 1776-1778., The project architect was a fan of neo-classical Giuseppe Permarini. In 1776, fire destroyed the historic theater "Teatro Regio Ducale", and instead built a new one near the church of Santa Maria della Scala "- hence the name of the famous opera. The first performance at La Scala was held August 3, 1778, it was the opera by Antonio Salieri's "Europa Recognized" (Italian: L'Europa riconosciuta). Hard to believe that this is an elegant neoclassical building was built in less than two years. Even today, Italian opera holds the palm of all opera houses around the world. The interior of the opera is striking in its luxury length of this magnificent building is 100 meters, width - 38 meters. Originally located in the middle entrance facade. Total number of seats in the theater - 2200, 155 lodges, including the Royal, located on four floors. On the ground floor of 678 seats in the second and third balconies of 409 seats. In the hall of the opera is dominated by white, silver and gold colors, the acoustics here is impeccable. The stage itself is not very big. Originally the first floor was not designed for spectators, but with time and the chair placed there. To illuminate the room, used candles. Magnificent chandeliers give the opera even more charm During World War II Italian theater destroyed by bombing, in 1946 remodeled it, giving it its original form. After that, the building has been renewed several times, the last renovation began in 2000 and ended in 2004 if it turns out here, be sure to visit the dining room of Santa Maria delle Grazie, where the famous "Last Supper" by Leonardo da Vinci. See also other materials on the building of the theater: Semper Opera House - one of the most remarkable buildings in Europe