Built during the XV century over a pre-existing keep dating back to the X century, the castle saw a lot of conflicts, as it lies on the historical border between Milan and Venice. Restoration works began during the 1800s and went on for over a century. Today, this lovely castle can be visited for a very low sum of money (€5, iirc) which includes the ticket for the museum inside of it. Once or twice a year, medieval re-enactments and games take place in the castle.

  • Ken Oh@lemm.eeM
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    1 year ago

    Very cool. I have to admit ignorance on this, but I wonder if there’s a term for having a dry “moat” that’s just flat land like we see here. Makes exploring fun, either way.

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      1 year ago

      It does! I frequently walk the moat at night-time. It’s peaceful and relaxing, and castles at night do have a certain mystique.

      As far as I know, dry moats are still called moats, but I’m unsure if they have a name in english. This castle’s moat was actually filled with water back when it was in activity. It must’ve been a sight to behold.

  • Heywood@lemm.ee
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    1 year ago

    I really like the braced ramparts here. They’ve managed to make fortifications intricate and attractive! I’ll bet this place is really something at night.