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VISITITALY WHAT TO SEE CASTLES, PALACES AND MANSIONS SARDINIA CAGLIARI

Castles of Cagliari, palaces and mansions

Visititaly recommends the most important castles, palaces and noble residences of Cagliari and surrounding area, the proposals consider a maximum distance of about 30 km from the town. In the territory around Cagliari a dense network of manors built in strategic positions branches off and dominate the surrounding valleys, some can be visited, others still used as private homes, and still others are ruins bearing witness to a glorious past. To visit the castles, fortresses and all places related to culture that characterize Cagliari, to receive detailed information on opening hours, ticket costs and any guided tours, please consult the official website of the building. If you have visited a castle and wouldlike to share your experience with others, please report it here!

Castles, palaces and mansions

Forte Sant'ignazio Diroccato

The construction of the fort was started at the end of the 18th century on the project of engineer F. Lorenzo. The aim was to create a building to cope with the French attacks that came from the sea. The fort is located at a point that allows the view of the whole city. Initially, the fortification had to have a pentagonal plan with many towers and many canons, but the work was never completed and what remains of it today is a rectangular rampart with two towers.

Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Regio

The historic building of fourteenth-century origins that once served as a residence for the king's representative, is located in the famous Piazza Palazzo. Over the centuries it has undergone many changes and extensions that gave it its current appearance. Very significant were the restorations of the 18th century when the majestic staircase of honor was also built that leads to the second floor. In the council room you can see frescoes by D. Bruschi made in the late 19th century.

Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di San Michele

The Castle of San Michele is located on one of the highest hills of Cagliari. The panoramic position of the castle is accompanied by its historical importance. It is one of the most significant monuments of Cagliari, thanks also to its recent destination as a museum container, used as temporary exhibitions of archaeological or historical and artistic themes. Inside, it offers a space for exhibitions, conferences and other cultural initiatives.

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