Roman walls of Milan

Milan, Italy

No longer standing

Demolished or destroyed.

The Roman walls of Milan are defensive fortifications that encircled the ancient Roman city of Mediolanum, representing a significant example of Roman military architecture in northern Italy. Originally constructed during the Roman period, these walls formed a protective perimeter around the settlement and survive today as an archaeological ensemble scattered throughout modern Milan. The structures exemplify the engineering practices of Roman fortification design and constitute an important part of Milan's architectural heritage, recognized as Italian national heritage. Fragments and sections of the walls remain visible in the city, serving as tangible reminders of Milan's ancient Roman origins and the strategic importance of the site during antiquity.