Santa Maria del Carmine, Milan

In 1268, the Carmelites obtained a site near the Castello Sforzesco where, starting from the 14th century, they built a convent with an annexed church.

The rebuilt church fell into disuse before the end of the century, after the friars moved to another convent.

In the mid-15th century, the church became a favourite destination for aristocratic burials, as testified by the numerous noble tombs in the chapels and niches.

They are covered by crossed vault ceilings and separated by large circular pillars.

[citation needed] The high altar has a small temple inspired by that in the Milan Cathedral.