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Fortified complex, example of both medieval austerity and renaissance elegance.The fortress dates back to the 12th century, has a rectangular plan and low, square and…Discover more
Curiosities
The second Punic War, led by the carthaginian general Annibale Barca, left many traces on Piacenza Land. The Trebbia’s battle was the first win over…Discover more
Curiosities
Near to Pianello V.T. since some year, the archeological association Pandora performs excavations. These specific researches are bringing precious information on the oldest local hystory…Discover more
Villages and Castles
Boffalora castle is located about 300 metres above sea level, a splendid panoramic position about 30 km away from Piacenza.  The first documents describing the…Discover more
Villages and Castles
Though dating back to the 13th century, it lost the original plan (it was, in effect, destroyed and rebuilt more than once);at present, its got…Discover more
Villages and Castles
The castle of Castelnovo in Tidone Valley is a fortress built on the former castle ruins ( from this detail the choice of the name…Discover more