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Five similarities between Milan and Margate as train route ad campaign begins

16:20, 19 April 2016

Ever had a spaghetti craving you just can't shake?

According to a new advertisement campaign launching across the London Underground next week, it's now possible to have breakfast in Margate and be tucking in to pasta in Milan by tea time.

International train company Loco2 has featured the route via London as one of the easiest trips across the continent.

Five similarities between Margate and Milan
Five similarities between Margate and Milan

Co-founder of Loco2 Kate Andrews said: “Sadly, like many of Britain's seaside towns, it suffered hugely with the arrival of cheap airlines and package holidays.

"So we’re thrilled to see that Margate is back in vogue and want to help more people appreciate the joys of the British coast by rail.”

We've had a look at five similarities between Kent's hippest town and the the Italian culture capital.

1) World famous artists both feature in Milan and Margate

Margate's Turner Contemporary will house major JMW Turner exhibition later this year
Margate's Turner Contemporary will house major JMW Turner exhibition later this year
Leonardo da Vinci 'The Last Supper' is housed in the church of Santa Maria delle Grazie in Milan
Leonardo da Vinci 'The Last Supper' is housed in the church of Santa Maria delle Grazie in Milan

2) Football is no stranger to either location

AC Milan striker Mario Balotelli
AC Milan striker Mario Balotelli
Margate FC striker Christian Jolley. Picture: Martin Apps
Margate FC striker Christian Jolley. Picture: Martin Apps

3) Both places have wonderful dedications to architecture

Margate has the beautiful Shell Grotto
Margate has the beautiful Shell Grotto
Facade of Duomo Catherdral, Milan
Facade of Duomo Catherdral, Milan

4) Musical performances on grand stages can be easily found

World famous La Scala opera house
World famous La Scala opera house
Margate Winter Gardens, Fort Crescent.
Margate Winter Gardens, Fort Crescent.

5) Margate and Milan host their own big events every year

Anna Dello Russo wearing Fendi dress & bag during Milan Fashion Week
Anna Dello Russo wearing Fendi dress & bag during Milan Fashion Week
Kent Pride Parade on Margate seafront
Kent Pride Parade on Margate seafront
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