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European Society of Hypertension


ELEVENTH
EUROPEAN MEETING
ON HYPERTENSION

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USEFUL INFORMATION ABOUT MILAN

Currency
The monetary unit in Italy is the Italian Lira, often abbreviated to ITL. In view of the Monetary Union, the currency chosen for the Congress is the EURO. Exchange rate: 1 EURO = ITL 1,936.27. Other currencies will be accepted during the congress at the official exchange rate at the time of the congress.

Banks
Banks are open from Monday to Friday from 08.30 to 13.30 hrs., and again in the afternoon from 15.00 to 16.00 hrs.; (afternoon opening may vary by about a quarter of an hour depending on the bank).
Banks are closed on Saturday and Sunday. Many banks have automatic currency exchange machines that also take credit cards.
Most hotels, restaurants and shops accept foreign currency and major credit cards.

Post Offices
The opening times of the post offices are: Monday to Friday from 08.30 to 15.30 hrs.; Saturday from 08.30 to 12.00 hrs.

Weather
June weather in Milan is generally sunny and warm. The temperature often rises during day at an average of 25°.
Light summer clothing is most suitable. Rain is also possible; therefore a light raincoat and something warm for the evening are advisable.

Voltage
Electricity in Italy is mostly 220 volts 50Hz. Foreign appliances could require an adapter.

Tipping
Service is usually included in the bill in bars and restaurants, but tips are welcome.

SHOPPING IN MILAN
The large department stores and many shops in the centre stay open all day. Shops are closed on Monday morning and Sunday. In contrast, food shops are closed on Monday afternoon and Sunday.

Exclusive Shopping
Via Montenapoleone - Via Durini - Via S. Andrea - Via della Spiga - Corso Vercelli - Corso Buenos Aires - Via Brera - Via Torino

Local Colour
• The flea market in Viale G. D’Annunzio (also known as Fiera di Senigallia) every Saturday from 08.30 to 17.00 hrs.
• The Market in Parking M3 San Donato with curious of all types, every Sunday morning.

Hunting for Antiques?
The Markets:

• The Naviglio Grande Market on the last Sunday of every month;
• The Antique market of Via Fiori Chiari, on the third Saturday of every month;
• The Market of antique objects and furniture held in Via Santa Maria Segreta every Sunday morning.

The Streets:

Via Turati - Via Bagutta - Via Borgospesso - Via Manzoni - Via Bigli


EMERGENCY
Ambulance: dial 118
Police: dial 113
Fire brigade: dial 115
Police Headquarters: foreigners and passport office - Via Montebello - Phone 0262261.
Milan City emergency doctor service: dial 0234567

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