Gravina Castle

Gravina in Puglia, Italy

According to Giorgio Vasari, Gravina castle was designed in 1231 by one Fuccio from Florence. It was built by oly Roman Emperor Frederick II on the hill nearby the town, originally a base for bird hunting. The 58 x 29m rectangular size castle had four towers.

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Gravina in Puglia, Italy

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Founded: 1231
Category: Castles and fortifications in Italy

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4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

F Gai (6 months ago)
Unfortunately found closed upon arrival

Angelo N. (16 months ago)
I found the door open and we visited the castle, only briefly because they were setting it up for a theater evening. So a very Easy visit. The castle always has its charm.

Piotr Rozwora (18 months ago)
Wow

Marco (2 years ago)
To understand that before there was a castle it takes a lot, but a lot of imagination ...

Feat_45 (2 years ago)
The castle is very historic and suggestive, it is a pity that now you can no longer go inside to admire it and admire Gravina from above. If the municipality decides to reopen it to the public, it would be a good destination for tourists.

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