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Villages and Castles

VIGOLENO

Important medieval castle, between Stirone and Ongina Valleys. Vigoleno is important thanks to Alberto Scoto, who fortified it furtherly in 1306. After the fights between…Discover more

Monuments, Squares and Palaces

FOUNTAIN OF THE FORTRESS GARDENS

Located in the fortress gardens, it’s round, it was inaugurated in 1911 and projected by the architect Manfredo Manfredi (he also designed Piacenzas Palazzo della…Discover more

Monuments, Squares and Palaces

NOTARI LOGGIA

Its on the short side of Podesta Palace, its on a higher level with respect to the square. Its made of four lancet arches corresponding…Discover more

Monuments, Squares and Palaces

STONE GATE

The stone gate or Sotana gate marks the exit from the borough. It’s one of the 4 gates of the village,miracolously preserved; it’s on the…Discover more

Monuments, Squares and Palaces

THE INSTITUTION PALACE

The Institution Palace, former seat of the School of Arts and Crafts, is in the Snake Square. The palace was built at two different times:…Discover more

Monuments, Squares and Palaces

STRADIVARI PALACE VAULTING

It is a veritable gate giving access to the upper part of the village. Its completely decorated, both on the perimetral walls and on the…Discover more