Santapau Castle, Licodia Eubea, Italy

Santapau Castle was first time documented in 1274, but it was fortified already in the Byzantine era. After the old castle was destroyed by Arabs, it was rebuilt during the age of Charles I of Anjou. It was destroyed by the massive earthquake in 1693, today some remains of towers and undeground structures remain.

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Fabio Mausoleo (2 years ago)
The panorama that can be observed from the terrace of the castle is also very beautiful and beautiful. Licodia Eubea looks like a corner of a Christmas crib. To visit

Antonio Arcoria (3 years ago)
Now reduced to ruins, it is still very suggestive and with a splendid view over the town of Licodia Eubea.

Massimo Nicolaci (3 years ago)
More correct to say ruins of the santapau castle. If they write castle one expects to find one. Abandoned site surrounded by wild plants

G F (4 years ago)
Piacevole visita,però mi aspettavo una cura maggiore per un luogo storicamente importante....

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