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Overlooking the Mediterranean sea, just 200km from the Tunisian coast, Mazara del Vallo , in the province of Trapani , is one of the most interesting destinations in western Sicily . Every corner of this enchanting city tells pieces of its history and its dominations, and its historic center, rich in monuments, enchanting courtyards and squares, is enclosed within Norman walls dating back to the 11th century. Mazara del Vallo Mazara del Vallo Thanks to its strategic position, Mazara was one of the most important cities in Sicily throughout the Middle Ages and was largely influenced by the many invaders that arrived here.  Despite the transformation work carried out by the Normans , the city retains many distinctive characteristics of the Arab-Berber culture: the most evident sign is the winding road layout, which starts from a central axis and leads to numerous colourful courtyards. The district of San Francesco, is probably the most peculiar part presenting the singular features o...

Tuscania Tuscania is one of the most evocative medieval villages of Tuscia , along its cobbled streets you can still breathe a timeless atmosphere of rare charm. Standing on seven tufaceous rock promontories at 180 meters above sea level, from its strategic location between the Marta River and the Capecchio Stream, Tuscania dominates the great communication route connecting the Tyrrhenian Sea to Lake Bolsena . This charming village is distinguished by the ancient traces of the Etruscan civilization and the medieval architecture that make it the ideal movie set; many acclaimed historical films such as The Incredible Army of Brancaleone , Pasolini 's Uccellacci and Uccellini or Zeffirelli 's Romeo and Juliet , have been partially filmed here.   Tuscania Tuscania In town, the predominant colour is the brownish of the tuff, dotted with flowers and bright doors. Walking through the medieval alleys of the historic center, the path will take you through some beautiful ancient c...

Susa is a small town with a very old story to tell. Located in the homonymous valley , along the banks of the Dora Riparia, at the foot of Rocciamelone , it's also called "key of Italy "  due to its location close to the French border. But what really makes this little town extremely interesting, other than its proximity to many hiking trails and the ski slopes of Sestriere, it's the historic centre particularly rich in history, from the memories of the ancient Roman dominion to the most recent medieval buildings.  Susa, Italy Susa, Italy Susa, Italy In the 1st century B., and until 63 AD, Susa was the capital of the kingdom of Susa. Then, after annexation by the Roman Empire, it became the capital of the province of the Cottian Alps.  Traces of ancient Roman art are still visible in the Arch of Augustus and in the Amphitheater, freely open to the public. Here is where the fights between gladiators and animals took place. Susa, Italy In the medieval city centre, the ...

Aquileia is an ancient Friulian village, located on the road that connects the lagoon town of Grado to Cervignano del Friuli. It is one of the most important historic villages in the region and its artistic and archaeological value is among the most important in Italy , so much so that in 1998 it was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site . Capitoline Wolf , Aquileia Founded by the Romans as a colony in 181 BC, it was the capital of the 10th Augustan region and metropolis of the Christian church. Together with Ravenna and Brescia it is the most important archaeological site in northern Italy, and with Cividale del Friuli and Udine it was one of the historic capitals of Friuli . Aquileia, bell tower The most important landmark in Aquileia is the majestic and solemn Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta also called di Poppone since the church was rebuilt between 1021 and 1031 under the patriarch Poppone, a period in which the 73 meters high bell tower was also erected.  Basilica of Sa...

Strassoldo The village of Strassoldo , located in the province of Udine, in Friuli Venezia Giulia , is today one of the most fascinating examples of a perfectly preserved medieval village. We do not know exactly when its foundation dates back, but its name appears for the first time in some documents from the end of 1100. Mill, Strassoldo Over a thousand years ago, the prestigious family of the Strassoldo counts decided to build an imposing castle along the ancient Via Iulia Augusta, in a strategic position. Originally, the fortress had two watchtowers which were located at two different levels. Later on, when the castle was heavily damaged by enemy attacks, the Strassoldo family dispersed for a certain period of time. After returning to their land, the counts decided to start an impressive renovation work and divided the original fortress into two separate castles, each built around one of the towers that had once characterized the manor. This is how the Castello di Sopra (Upper Castl...