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Castles around Country of Caltanissetta, palaces and mansions

The area around Country of Caltanissetta is rich in castles, towers, and historic houses, a strong testimony of medieval architecture. A dense network of manors spreads out over the whole area, in the plains, on the gentle hill slopes and perched on rocky mountains, surrounded by vineyards, beech and chestnut woods. Built in strategic positions, they dominate the surrounding valleys, often with mighty crenellated walls and lively interior decorations made on frescoed walls to recall the opulence of the local noble families. Many can be visited, still others used as homes, and still others only ruins as evidence of a glorious past. Discover with Visititaly, the fortresses, the villas, the forts, the historic buildings, the noble residences and all the places linked to culture in the surroundings of Country of Caltanissetta. If you have visited a castle and would like to share your experience with others, please report it here!

Gela - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castelluccio

The Castelluccio di Gela dates back to the 13th century and is located on a chalky relief dominating the surrounding area. Its main function was defensive and it appears to have been in the possession of Anselmo da Moach in the fourteenth century to pass in the management of the Aragonese. The structure has a rectangular plan with powerful walls and its corner towers. Of the main floor there are only a few remains while there are still rooms on the ground floor with the function of stables and armory houses. The Castle is currently in a state of neglect.

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