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The Fortress of Sarzanello
The Fortress of Sarzanello
The Fortress of Sarzanello
It's an imposing military fortification erected on the hill of Sarzana, and it overlooks the Magra Valley. Nowadays it's one of the symbol of the town. No wonder if here you can frequent the periodical tour guides: in fact, the fortress is rich in history and it's present appearance is the result of several historcal happenings since several struggles has been done in Sarzana due to the privileged position which the town enjoyed. Known also as castracani, the fortress is composed by two main elements: the former is just the castle with its three bastions on the top, the latter is composed by a fortified embankment. Both the former and the latter form a kind of quad. Situated in a determined position far from the centre, nowadays you can reach it by two pedestrian streets. Rich in charm, the structure undoubtedly deserves to be visited by those people who love culture.
  • The Fortress of Sarzanello
  • The Fortress of Sarzanello
  • The Fortress of Sarzanello
  • The Fortress of Sarzanello
  • The Fortress of Sarzanello
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