Castello di Terrarossa, castle in Licciana Nardi, Italy
Castello di Terrarossa is a fortress in Licciana Nardi built with thick stone walls surrounding a square courtyard, with four corner towers for defense. The interior holds 43 rooms, many with tall vaulted ceilings, and offers broad views across the surrounding landscape.
Built in the second half of the 16th century, the fortress came under the control of the Malaspina family in 1581, who transformed it into an independent feudal territory. Later ownership passed to the Grand Duke of Tuscany and other local nobles, yet it remained a symbol of regional power and authority.
The castle was the seat of the Malaspina family, whose presence shaped life in the region for centuries. Today it remains a symbol of local heritage and shows how noble families once controlled and organized the Lunigiana area.
The castle offers free admission and is open to visitors, though hours may vary by season. Comfortable shoes are recommended as some areas are uneven and rocky, and modern facilities are limited.
The original construction plans were never fully completed, with some defensive walls left unfinished. Despite this incomplete structure, the fortress has endured as a strong symbol of local history and regional control.
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