Rocca di Mondavio, Renaissance fortress in Mondavio, Italy
The Rocca Roveresca is a fortress with an octagonal central tower, thick defensive walls, and circular watchtowers designed by architect Francesco di Giorgio Martini. The structure has five levels containing various rooms such as the armory and guard quarters that visitors can explore today.
Construction began in 1482 under Giovanni della Rovere, marking a time of military architectural innovation in the Marche region. The fortress emerged during a period when new defensive concepts were transforming fortification design.
The interior displays medieval weapons and recreated scenes that show how people lived during the fortress period. Visitors see costumes and objects that reveal the daily routines of inhabitants who once occupied this place.
Visitors can explore the five floors and view the surrounding landscape from the battlements. It is advisable to wear comfortable shoes, as climbing the towers and stairs can be tiring.
The fortress layout forms the shape of a crossbow when viewed from above, representing the architectural signature of Francesco di Giorgio Martini. This geometric form was not accidental but reflected the design principles of the architect.
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