Things to do in Farini Italy – what to see attractions and activities

It was built in the twelfth century as a defense for Val Riglio. The whole construction is in stone. In the front there are still the original joints of the bridge and the drawbridge. The property is spread over 27 hectares of park, for a total area of 1100 square meters. Over the past 25 years it has been perfectly renovated keeping its original structure. It is currently private property.

It has eleven unequal arches that legend tells were born from a clash between Saint Colombano and Satan. The nearby Abbey, from the Middle Ages, is dedicated to the Saint.

The Tower of Bobbiano located in Emilia Romagna was built on the rubble of a pre-existing tower and is extended on a small hill. The structure is typical medieval. The nobles Anguissola were the owners of the tower.

The Castle of Montechiaro stands out for its particular structure and for the fact that it is located isolated from the rest of the town. It has a very tall tower in the middle of the courtyard. It has been used with different functions, exploiting the various cockpits that are inside it. Fortunately, today it is accessible for all tourists and is in excellent condition.

The building stands on top of a rock to secure a strategic position. Located in the province of Piacenza the Castle of Gropparello, in the Middle Ages has been included in the war between Guelfi and Ghibellines and has been owned by numerous families including Fulgosio, Borri, Anguissola. It 'made up of parts of different ages. The tower is the oldest part and is located on top of the rock, ideal for a tower using for view of possible arrival of armies from the north.

The Castle of Gropparello was built between the 8th and 14th centuries. It is located on a rocky peak and is home to a previous Roman castrum. Its function was to defend the road that led to Velleia. In the part below the Castle there is a lush park called the Fairy Tale Park. The building was renovated during different eras, expanding the headquarters for the guard body and the premises for housing.