From Alto Adige to Basilicata, you'll find castles in every region of Italy. Some Italian castles are immense defensive fortresses, while others are perched improbably on top of remote mountaintops. Many Italian castles are open to the public. Consider a visit to one of Italy's hilltop castles. You'll be rewarded with stunning views and a glimpse of Italy's warlike past.
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- Avio Castle, Sabbionara di Avio
- Walk the Paths Used by Thirteenth-Century Knights
- A Spectacular View of the Adige River Valley
- Castello Caetani, Sermoneta
- Southern Lazio's Medieval Jewel
- Sixteenth-Century Opulence
- Church Towers Among the Rooftops
- Visit the Spanish Fortress in Abruzzo's Regional Capital
- Massive Walls and Water Defenses
- Ancient History Inside the Castle
- Modern Meets Renaissance in the Heart of L'Aquila
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