Castello di Poggiodiana, Medieval castle in Ribera, Italy.
Castello di Poggiodiana sits on a hilltop overlooking the Verdura River valley. It features a cylindrical tower and perimeter walls that stretch across the site.
The fortress was built by Saracens in the 9th century and later reinforced by Normans in the 12th century. It served to protect local communities in the region.
The tower appears on Ribera's coat of arms, shown as a golden crenellated structure on a green mountain against a blue background. This symbol shows how deeply the fortress connects to the town's identity.
The site is open to explore with remains of towers and wall sections, though structures are limited. Wear sturdy shoes as the hilltop is steep with uneven ground.
The fortress received its current name in the 16th century when Diana Moncada spent months living there each year. Her connection to the place has remained known ever since.
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