Castles, Fortresses, historical homes

Museo del Palio di Asti

Asti

Museo del Palio di Asti

The Museum, housed in the rooms of the 15th century Palazzo Mazzola, home to the Historical Archive, illustrates the most significant milestones in the history of the Palio and the city. In addition to documents never displayed …

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Palazzo Gazelli

Asti

Palazzo Gazelli

The complex is composed of the palazzo renovated in the mid-18th century to the design of Benedetto Alfieri (englobing the medieval tower) and of the adjacent palazzo, always of medieval origin, renovated in the mid-19th …

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Torre dei Segnali

Viarigi

Torre dei Segnali

The Tower, symbol of Viarigi, was built around 1320 on top of the ruins of the ancient castle. Used as a watch, defence and communications tower, it has changed hands several times over the years and undergone renovation …

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Torre del Conte Ballada di Saint Robert

Castagnole delle Lanze

Torre del Conte Ballada di Saint Robert

The park and the tower are home to a museum tour dedicated to the extraordinary figure of the Count of San Robert. Visitors can discover the life and the meaning of the works of the Count through his highly intellectual …

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Torre dell'Antico Castello di Agliano Terme

Agliano Terme

Torre dell'Antico Castello di Agliano Terme

The tower, which is open to visitors, is what remains of the ancient castle destroyed in the first half of the 17th century. From the top, it is possible to enjoy a magnificent view. Photo credits: Municipality of Agliano

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Torre e Cappella della Madonna del Castello

Castelnuovo Don Bosco

Torre e Cappella della Madonna del Castello

In the area of the ancient Castle of Rivalba, we can admire the imposing medieval tower that bears witness to the ancient fortress and the Church of Madonna del Castello with a churchyard that acts as lookout point. Photo …

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Torre Troiana

Asti

Torre Troiana

The tower overlooking Piazza Medici, also known as the Clock Tower, serves as a civic tower and is one of the city's symbols. It is undoubtedly one of the most impressive, perfectly completed, and best-preserved medieval …

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