Castello di Acri

The castle's remaining tower stands tall on an elevated position, offering views across the surrounding Calabrian landscape and ancient territories.

Archaeological findings around the castle date from the Eneolithic period to the Late Bronze Age, indicating continuous settlement in this strategic location.

The castle's architecture reflects different periods of occupation, from Bruttian foundations through Roman modifications visible in discovered Latin inscriptions.

The castle site contains thick defensive walls measuring two meters in diameter at the upper sections and four meters at the lower parts.

A water cistern discovered north of the existing tower measured six meters in height and twenty meters in width for siege preparations.

Location: Acri

GPS coordinates: 39.48759,16.37808

Latest update: March 4, 2025 02:47