Castle of Muro Lucano, Medieval fortress in Muro Lucano, Italy
The castle stands atop a steep ridge with two distinct towers, featuring a southern tower built from limestone slabs and a northern circular tower.
The Lombards constructed the initial fortress in the ninth century to protect the northern borders of the Duchy of Salerno from potential invasions.
Queen Joanna I of Naples met her end in this castle in 1382, when she was assassinated following orders from Charles III of Naples.
The castle underwent substantial restoration work in the 1980s and 1990s following damage from the 1980 earthquake that affected the region.
The castle connects to the old town section called Pianello through a narrow path that follows the natural ridge of the mountain.
Location: Muro Lucano
Address: piazza Monsignor Capone
GPS coordinates: 40.75308,15.48620
Latest update: March 3, 2025 05:00
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