Things to do in Rocca di Cambio Italy – what to see attractions and activities

The Grotte di Stiffe are one of Italy’s most popular kartisque phenomenon. Situated at the apex of the valley of Stiffe and embed in the various vegetation of the Natural Park Sirente-Velino, the cave can be defined a resource, or a cave with a water flow. The river accompanies the visitor long the 700 m tourist-tour and forms in the heart of the cave a spectacular cascade. Nearby you can find a restauration point, a picknick area, a camper area,a playing round, a naturalistic pathes and a souvenir shop and sale of typical products Tel. +39 0862 86142 • Fax +39 0862 86111 • Cell. +39 327 9728914 www.grottestiffe.it • info@grottestiffe.it

The Castle of Ocre is located in the Province of Aquila. The walls of the castle, whose perimeter would be 470 meters, have been preserved and maintained until today in good condition. The property is located on a hill with an extraordinary view. The origins of the castle are ancient even if you do not know a specific date. A peculiar feature of the castle would be the seven towers. The already existing ruins of the castle were further damaged during the earthquake that struck L'Aquila in 2009.

The castle of Retenga was erected during the 15th and 16th centuries. Inside there is a small church dedicated to San Pietro. Currently, the castle is open to the public and guided tours are organized.

The Poggio Picenze Castle was built in the 9th century. Its structure consisted of six towers. Currently, there are only a few ruins left of the castle that testify to its existence.

This palace is set on Santa Giusta Square, in front of the homonymous church. it has been built in 1776 by Loreto Cicchi Pescocostanzo in Borromean Style. Today it is the seat of the Abruzzo Region.

Peltuinum is an archaeological area that houses the remains of an ancient Roman city of the 3rd century. The city was inhabited by more than 11,000 inhabitants and consisted of different structures among which we can distinguish the theater dedicated to the worship of Apollo. Due to a strong earthquake, the city was razed to the ground. Currently, there are only a few ruins left.

The Medieval Tower was built in the fourteenth century with the function of defense and warning in case of danger. At first, the building was part of a fortification which no longer exists today. The Tower has a square structure, which was accessed by a retractable staircase. In 1951, it underwent some changes: an entrance was opened at the base and a clock was placed on the façade. Today, the Tower performs a civic function.

This alley in the historical centre is surrounded by medieval palaces, old portals, passages and stairs. It is one of the most beautiful palces in town and it leads to Piazza del Duomo in Collemaggio.

The biggest square in town; it also hosts the most important monuments. Here, every week the market takes place. The Cathedral dates back to the XIII century and it has been rebuilt after the earthquake of the XVIII century.

Set in the city centre, a few meters from Corso Vittorio Emanuele II. The huge stairsand the Rinascimental facade by Cola Dell'Amatrice, rebuilt in 1703 after an earthquake, are truly impressing.

Seth in the northern part of the town, it was built by the Spanish. The rectangular building is part of the well preserved walls of the town. It is made up of four solid ramparts at the four angles and it hosts the National Museum of Abruzzo.

The Castle of L'Aquila is a fortress that was built at the behest of the Viceroy of Naples Don Pedro di Toledo in the first half of the 500, during the Spanish settlement. The building was built to suppress the rebellion of the citizens who had joined the French. The Castle was also used as accommodation for French and German soldiers in the nineteenth century and during World War II.

It is the symbol of the town and dates back to the XIII century. But what you see today, has been built during the last century, piece by piece, in the enlargment of the church. The fountain is covered in white and pink stones.

The Castle of Bominaco was erected for reasons of defense. The first nucleus of the castle dates back to the twelfth century. In 1424 the structure was destroyed by the expedition of Braccio da Montone. Currently, only its ruins are visible.

The Castle-Recinto was built in the highest part of the resort. It is one of the most beautiful examples of this type of construction in the area and beyond. It is assumed to have been built around the 12th century. The enclosure has the form of an isosceles triangle, in which a pentagonal tower stands out. It was assumed that the castle was built at different historical moments. Today it is in good condition.

The Tower of Santo Iona was built on a hill from the Counts of Celano in the 13th century. The structure, with a circular plan, was divided into two rooms: the lower one, at a height of seven meters, was used as a warehouse, while, the upper part, with an octagonal plan, was destined for the body on guard. At the beginning of its construction, the building had a higher structure, however, the historical events and the earthquake of the year 1915 destroyed part of its construction.

Built in 1185, it corresponds to a defensive castle being built on a slope. Losing his function of time, he was abandoned. It has been restored lately. Today it is a theater with characteristic re-enactments in costume.

The Tower of Roccapreturo was built between the 13th and 14th centuries. The medieval building is located on a rocky spur in a position high from the town and has an irregular pentagonal structure, 10 meters high. In the past, the tower was part of the territorial defensive system.

A charming fortress in the Province of L'Aquila, considered by National Geographic one of the 15 most beautiful castles in the world. Quadrangular in shape with square stones, it has been set of numerous internationally renowned films such as 'Lady Hawke' and 'The Name of the Rose' to name a few.

The Park occupies 150 thousand hectares of area, covers three Italian regions Abruzzo, Marche and Lazio and five provinces: Teramo, L'Aquila, Pescara, Ascoli Piceno and Rieti.