Castle of Ventimiglia, Medieval fortress on Mount Bonifato near Alcamo, Italy.
The rectangular castle structure contains thick stone walls measuring 2.2 meters, with the remaining donjon tower positioned at the northwest corner of the complex.
The original castle, destroyed in 1243 by Frederick II, was reconstructed before 1391 by the Ventimiglia family who established it as their defensive stronghold.
The castle incorporates architectural elements from different periods, featuring a combination of military fortification techniques used in medieval Sicilian defensive structures.
Visitors can reach the castle ruins through the Nature Reserve Bosco di Alcamo, where parking facilities are available at the base of Mount Bonifato.
The surviving tower contained four distinct levels, including a ground-floor cistern, vaulted chambers, wooden-ceiling rooms, and a top floor for fire signals.
Location: Alcamo
GPS coordinates: 37.95454,12.96189
Latest update: March 19, 2025 23:07
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