Bastion of the Knights of Malta

Description

The Bastion of the Knights of Malta is a massive, well-preserved watchtower built in 1550 by the Spanish viceroy of Naples Pedro de Toledo. It was assigned to the Knights, who had a fief in the neighbourhood. Ruins of several other watchtowers are in the area.

Castles and fortifications in Italy All sites in Lamezia Terme

Address
Via Antonio Cappelli 242, Lamezia Terme, Italy

Established
1550

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