Castello di Monreale, Medieval castle in Sardara, Italy
The Castello di Monreale stands on a 280-meter hill, featuring eight towers and walls reaching ten meters in height across 4.6 hectares.
Built between 1200 and 1300, the fortress served as a military stronghold and later became the residence of notable figures like Mariano IV and Eleonora d'Arborea.
The castle marks the historical boundary between the regions of Cagliari and Arborea, representing a vital point in Sardinian medieval architecture.
The remains of the castle include preserved ground floor walls, towers, and underground water storage systems that supported the structure during military conflicts.
Local stories tell of undiscovered treasures within a secret tunnel beneath the ruins, protected by mysterious insects that guard the castle's wealth.
Location: Sardara
Address: Strada comunale di Monreale - 09030 Sardara (SU)
GPS coordinates: 39.59501,8.79314
Latest update: March 3, 2025 23:52
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