Moncalieri, Medieval castle commune in Turin Province, Italy.
Moncalieri is a town in the Metropolitan City of Turin that sits along the right bank of the Po River, roughly five miles (eight kilometers) south of the regional capital. Hills and flat riverside strips shape the landscape, while the built area includes a historic core with streets and alleys.
Residents from the nearby town of Testona founded the settlement in 1228 and built around a fortress that later became a residence for the dukes of Savoy. Architects expanded the castle in the 17th century and gave it its current appearance with courtyards and wings.
The Santa Maria della Scala church contains Gothic architecture and preserves the remains of local religious figures from medieval times.
Visitors can walk through the old town near the riverfront or explore the higher neighborhoods on the hillside to see different views. Those planning to visit the castle should note that it serves as a military school and is not always open to the public.
The castle has housed a training academy for carabinieri officers since 1919, blending military education with the preservation of historic rooms. Cadets now study in the same halls where the royal family once walked.
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