La Sinagoga di Casale Monferrato
Casale Monferrato
(14 Km)
The Synagogue of Casale Monferrato was built in 1595. The property is in Piedmontese Baroque style. In 1969, after having undergone some changes, it was declared a national monument by the Piedmont Region. On the first floor, a Museum is set up with quotations from the Bible and on the second floor, there is the library, with ancient manuscripts and prayer books.
Castello di Casale
Casale Monferrato
(15 Km)
The Castello di Casale is located in the historic center of the municipality of Casale Monferrato. It was built around 1357 at the behest of John II Paleologist. In the middle of the 1400s, its function was changed and consequently also its structure. Later it was reinforced for war and military purposes. It is currently in excellent condition and it is possible to admire it in all its grandeur.
Torre Civica
Casale Monferrato
(14 Km)
This brick tower 60 meters high and of a square plan dates back to the 11th century. It suffered heavy fire damage in 1504 but was reconstructed six years later producing the now taller structure including the current bell chamber. The tower is adjoined by the church of Santo Stefano which stands on a small square on the east side.
Cittadella
Casale Monferrato
(13 Km)
The Citadel was built in 1590 at the behest of the Gonzaga to defend the town of Casale Monferrato from various Spanish attacks and from the Savoy Kingdom. It was often the scene of various attacks over the years. Today, only the so-called 'powder' remains, since the original structure was dismembered to leave room for the construction of the city.
Castello Grande
Frascarolo
(6 Km)
The Great Castle was built during the 14th century. The building had the function of protecting crops and inhabitants. In 1882 it was restored by the architect Vandone of Vigevano in a very elegant style that made it one of the most particular buildings in Lomellina. Outside there is also a small garden that gives it a very nice view.
Castello di Frascarolo
Frascarolo
(89 Km)
The Castle of Frascarolo is assumed to date back to 1160. It was used as a fortress to defend itself against the Comaschi. In the 16th century it was purchased by the Medici, who turned it into a 16th-century residence.
Pieve e Battistero di Velezzo XI sec.
Semiana
(12 Km)
The Parish Church and the Baptistery of Velezzo are buildings that date back to the eleventh century. La Pieve, is a group of farmhouses arranged around the church and the baptistery. The building is dedicated to the Nativity of Mary and is currently managed by the Church of Lomello. Instead, the Baptistery has been recently renovated and today we find it in excellent condition. It stands out compared to other buildings of this type because it is circular plan.
Sinagoga di Casale Monferrato
Casale Monferrato
(14 Km)
The Silver Synagogue of Casale M. dates back to 1595, a splendid example of Piedmontese rococo maintained in its entirety. From the inside of the patio, you can access the Gineceo where the 'Museum of Lumies' is located
La Cattedrale di Sant'Evasio
Casale Monferrato
(14 Km)
It is located a little to the east of the east of the Piazza Mazzini square. The cathedral was founded in 742, rebuilt in early 12th century and was consecrated in January 1107 by Pope Paschal II. It occupies the place where a Roman temple dedicated to Jupiter was once located.
Piazza Mazzini
Casale Monferrato
(14 Km)
The historic center of the town is centered here at Piazza Mazzini, previously a Roman forum site. It is named after Giuseppe Mazzini, who was a key republican figure of the Risorgimento. It is dominated by an 1843 equestrian statue of King Charles Albert dressed in Roman costume.
Castello dei Paleologi
Casale Monferrato
(15 Km)
It is an imposing 15th century military construction with a hexagonal plan, four round towers and an encircling moat.
Palazzo di Anna D'Alençon
Casale Monferrato
(14 Km)
The Palace, dating back to the 15th-16th century, was the residence of the Marquise Anna of Alençon. From that period was the remarkable Renaissance courtyard, surrounded by circular brick columns with cubiform capitals, a porch with pointed arches and coffered ceiling.
Torre Paleologa
San Salvatore Monferrato
(9 Km)
It was erected in 1413 by the Marquis Teodoro Paleologo of Monferrato. It was part of the defensive and sighting system of the Marquisate of Monferrato.
Chiesa di Santa Caterina
Casale Monferrato
(15 Km)
At the south east corner of the Piazza lays this elegant baroque church of Santa Maria delle Grazie. It’s a master of work of Giovanni Battista Scapitta and was completed after his death by Giacomo Zanetti. It is marked by an elliptical cupola and a façade curvilinear both in plan and elevation.
Teatro Municipale
Casale Monferrato
(15 Km)
The theatre stands at the north eastern corner of Piazza at the end of Via Saffi. It was opened in 1791 with a performance of La Moglie Capricciosa, an opera buffa by Vincenzo Fabrizi. It took a period of six years to be constructed through Abbot Agostino’s design. It is horse shoe-shaped with four tiers of boxes and a gallery.
Palazzo Gozzani di Treville
Casale Monferrato
(14 Km)
The most beautiful palazzi in the town and part of Giovanni Battista’s great work, it is a long and gently curved façade which follows Via Mameli’s path. These are only few of the present palazzi’s in this center.
Castello Sannazzaro
Giarole
(3 Km)
The Castle of Sannazzaro is an historical building dating from the end of 1200, to the beginning of 1300, occupied by the owners, who organize guided tours, have the structure as a venue for weddings and private parties and have dedicated rooms for guests.
Castello di Pomaro
Pomaro Monferrato
(1 Km)
Pomaro Castle is situated on one of the hills of Monferrato. Its origins date back to the twelfth century. This was several times destroyed and rebuilt over the years. The castle is surrounded by a large park, with a beautiful courtyard and interior decor.
Museo dell'Opera del Duomo
Valenza
(7 Km)
The Opera del Duomo Museum was created in the early seventeenth century and exhibits to the public a collection of sacred art including paintings, sculptures, vestments and liturgical objects. All the materials on display come from the Cathedral of Santa Maria Maggiore, where the Museum is also set up. Admission to the Museum is free of charge.
Galleria Rino Costa
Valenza
(7 Km)
Casa Comunale
Casale Monferrato
(14 Km)