Archaeological Park of Castelseprio, Archaeological park near Castelseprio, Italy
The site extends across 130,000 square meters on a plateau overlooking the Olona Valley, containing ancient military structures and religious buildings.
The fortified settlement evolved from a Roman fort into a Lombard stronghold until its destruction in 1287 by Ottone Visconti, Archbishop of Milan.
The Church of Santa Maria foris portas contains exceptional early medieval frescoes discovered in 1944, displaying strong Byzantine artistic influences.
The archaeological area opens on Wednesdays from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, with additional visiting hours from Thursday through Sunday requiring advance reservations.
The park features an octagonal baptistry with two separate fonts from the 5th to 7th centuries, suggesting the practice of different religious rites.
Location: Castelseprio
Part of: Longobards in Italy, Places of Power
Address: via Castelvecchio, 1513 21043 21043
Phone: +390331820438
Email: parcoarcheologico.castelseprio@beniculturali.it
Website: http://antiquarium.castelseprio.beniculturali.it
GPS coordinates: 45.72873,8.85951
Latest update: May 20, 2025 01:46
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Baptism of Jesus
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Charity
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Unidentified fresco
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