The Milan International was a world's fair held in Milan in 1906 titled L'Esposizione Internazionale del Sempione, or sometimes The Great Expo of Work. The exhibition took place between April 28 and November 11, 1906, and was held to celebrate the opening of the Simplon Tunnel. Focused on transport, it showcased technological advancements like electric railways, automobiles and airships, attracting 40 countries, over 35,000 exhibitors, and 4,012,776 visitors. The event covered roughly 1 million square meters (about 250 acres). It was the first world's fair held in Italy and solidified Milan as a leading European industrial hub.
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