Fortezza di Mont'Alfonso, Military fortress in Castelnuovo di Garfagnana, Italy.
The fortress spans 60,000 square meters on a hill with seven bastions and stone walls extending 1,150 meters around the perimeter.
Constructed between 1579 and 1586 under Alfonso II d'Este's direction, the fortress protected the Duchy of Ferrara's border against potential attacks from Lucca.
The central buildings contain the captain's residence, military quarters, and a stone well, displaying architectural elements from the 16th century.
The fortress houses offices of the Provincial Administration and functions as a venue for exhibitions, with access through the Ariosto walking trail.
Local residents contributed 30,000 crowns to fund the construction, demonstrating the community's investment in their regional defense system.
Location: Castelnuovo di Garfagnana
Website: http://montalfonso.it
GPS coordinates: 44.10811,10.40126
Latest update: March 10, 2025 00:09
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