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One of the most iconic spots in Milan is the SNAI San Siro Hippodrome. Its story dates back to 1833 when the Società Lombarda per la corsa dei cavalli (Lombard Horse Racing Society) decided to build a space with grandstands, stables, jockeys&#8217; quarters, an infirmary, and a few other buildings. That&#8217;s how the Ippodromo del Galoppo was born, a stunning Art Nouveau creation, though refreshingly free of fancy decorations. Over the next few decades, Milan’s love for horse racing grew stronger. By 1911, the Società d&#8217;Incoraggiamento Razze Equine (Society for the Encouragement of Horse Breeds) launched a competition to revamp the racecourse. The job went to the renowned architect Paolo Vietti Violi, who designed a simple yet groundbreaking facility using reinforced concrete – quiet a bold choice for the time, allowing the construction of structures that were previously unimaginable. In 1924, Violi was tasked with designing the trotting track right next to the galloping one. The one-kilometre-long track quickly became Italy’s top trotting venue, hosting victories by some of the most famous trotters of all time.
At the entrance to the racecourse in Piazzale dello Sport, visitors will be greeted by the majestic and elegant Leonardo&#8217;s Horse, a massive bronze sculpture by Japanese-American artist Nina Akamu. This equestrian statue, believed to be the largest of its kind, was inspired by the original designs of Leonardo da Vinci who was commissioned to create it by Ludovico il Moro, the Duke of Milan, in 1482 as a tribute to his father, Francesco.
But the Milanese racecourse is also home to a true natural treasure, the Botanical Park. Filled with a variety of plants and shrubs, some of which are centuries old, the park boasts species from Italy and all over the world.
Recently, various renovation projects have been completed to ensure that the Milanese racecourse maintains its prestigious international reputation. The grandstands of the trotting course have had a major makeover, including an all-new lighting system. This lighting project, carried out by Disano, features top-quality fixtures made from carefully selected materials and equipped with cutting-edge LED technology, the result of the latest innovations in the field. And, being Made in Italy, these lights aren&#8217;t just functional – they’re true design pieces, blending discreet style with originality, ensuring they fit seamlessly into the racecourse’s surroundings.
A selection of products in different models was used for the renovation &#8211; Mini Rodio, Sicura, Floor, Porthole, PanelTech, Venus, Liset and Podio &#8211; chosen to meet the specific needs of diverse areas.
What all these Disano indoor and outdoor luminaires have in common is their high-performance, reliable LEDs, which deliver exceptional results: high colour rendering index, a long lifespan, and a stable, comfortable light that reduces glare and flickering, which not only protects the human eye but also respects the environment.
Another key benefit is the significant savings in both energy and maintenance, made possible by the advanced LED technology from the Italian company.
Thanks to Disano’s cutting-edge luminaires, the Milan horse hippodrome now enjoys all the perks of modern LED lighting. Spectators can fully immerse themselves in thrilling horse races, with lighting that offers perfect visibility while safeguarding both eye comfort and the surrounding natural environment.

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