Castle of Fossa, Medieval castle in Fossa, Italy
The castle stands on Mount Circolo with a trapezoidal perimeter wall, four square towers at the corners, and a circular keep at its highest point.
The fortress began construction in the 12th century, becoming part of the Forcona diocese in 1204 under Pope Innocent III's administration.
The fortress served as a military stronghold protecting the medieval settlement that developed from the remains of the ancient Roman city of Aveia.
The main entrance features a pointed stone arch in the northeastern wall, with a secondary access point located near the southwestern corner tower.
The defensive structure includes specific arrow slits designed for both crossbow and arquebus use, showing the evolution of military technology.
Location: Fossa, Abruzzo
GPS coordinates: 42.29339,13.48736
Latest update: March 7, 2025 16:45
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