Castle of Riomaggiore, Medieval castle overlooking the Mediterranean Sea in Riomaggiore, Italy
The Castle of Riomaggiore stands on a rocky promontory with two circular towers flanking its entrance and a square base structure dominating the coastline.
Marquis Turcotti initiated the construction of the fortress in 1260, which was later completed by the Genoese after the property transferred to Nicolo Fieschi.
The castle hosts an exhibition called 'Cinque Terre, A Human Landscape' that presents the heritage of the region through various displays and artifacts.
Visitors can purchase a combined ticket for 5 euros that includes access to both the castle and the first section of Via dell'Amore path.
The fortress served as a cemetery during the early 19th century before being converted into its current role as a cultural center.
Location: Riomaggiore
Inception: 1260
Address: Salita Castello
GPS coordinates: 44.09987,9.73750
Latest update: March 5, 2025 08:27
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