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MASANA CASTLE

The building recalls an anecdote regarding Piacenzas bishop, Mons. Antonio Ranza: in May 1860 he retreated in Travazzano Castle, in order not to be obliged…Discover more
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MONTECHINO CASTLE

Montechino castle dates back to the 12th century. It was built to defend Riglio valley. Its first owners were the Confalonieri, who came to Piacenza…Discover more
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OLGISIO FORTRESS

Olgisio Fortress is one of the most ancient and most suggestive fortresses in the province of Piacenza, both for its position dominating Tidone and Chiarone…Discover more
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PADERNA CASTLE

It dates back to the 11th century; in 1453 San Savino’s monks handed it over to the nobleman Melchiorre Marazzani. It became a very efficient…Discover more
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PALLAVICINO-CASALI CASTLE

The fortress was ordered by Rolando Pallavicino, who built it in1420, maybe exploiting the structure of an ancient castle. Such structure affects the centre of…Discover more
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PIANELLO FORTRESS

The fortress, as it is today, was built in the 14th century by the Dal Verme family. The fort that existed here before, dating back…Discover more

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