Italian Castles have risen like a phoenix from 3,000 years of history and the ashes of the Roman Empire
Italy is studded with medieval hill towns and forts that sit beneath brilliant azure skies, surrounded by sun-drenched slopes full of ripening olive tress and plump grapes ready for the vineyards. Her castles are a combination of the romance of art coupled with the rugged beauty of her landscape, giving them a grandeur and a sense of 'chic' that only her past masters could achieve.
Lari Castle became the property of the Archbishops of Pisa during the 12th century and by 1230 the Upezzinghi family who originated from Pisa used Lari as their home. Castel de Monte, octagonal in shape, was built by King Fredrick II between 1229 and 1249. Castello Sforzesco dates from the 15th century when Francesco Sforza started rebuilding the castle in 1450 a top of an older castle which was built by Galeazzo II during the later half of the 1300’s. Fenis Castle is located in the town of Fénis, not far from Aosta. For all your accommodation requirements in Italy, I highly recommend Best In Rome Who offer a selection of handpicked Apartments and Bed and Breakfast establishments in Rome as well as a large selection of handpicked apartments and villas for rent throughout Italy. Secret Gardens Italy hosts tours of Medieval castles and Renaissance palaces, and the historic gardens surrounding them, in Rome, Lazio and Umbria. Castles of Rome Detailed information about castles in Rome, Italy. Guided tours and booking details for visiting castles in and around the city of Rome.
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Italian castles have risen like a phoenix from 3,000 years of history and the ashes of the Roman Empire to become part of a nation renowned for its works of art and the Renaissance; who’s mere mention conjures up images of the great cities of Naples, Genoa, Venice and artists da Vinci and Michelangelo.
