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Villages and Castles
The original complex, having an irregular trapezoidal plan, is made of stone, due to the uneven hill upon which it rises. The residential building is…Discover more
Monuments, Squares and Palaces
Going along Sforza Caolzio Street, after the geological museum,at the top of a short slope, Luigi Illica (famous writer of libretti) native house may be…Discover more
Industrial archaeology
Architectural Complex nearby Castell’Arquato, a few Kms from the village. The story of this building, presently private, is connected to that of the village. The…Discover more
Religious architecture
The romanesque basilica and the Baptistry were built in 1008 upon will of the Tuscan Marquis Uberto d’Orta. The Basilica is more recent than the…Discover more
Religious architecture
It’s close to Pallastrelli,along the Arda’s right bank , and is maybe one of the first chapels built in Castell’Arquato. It should date to the…Discover more
Monuments, Squares and Palaces
It dates back to 1293, it was built on demand of Alberto Scoto. It’s the most important witness of the Scottis domination in Castell’Arquato.The double…Discover more