The beautiful Brown Castle overlooking Portofino

Il bel Castello Brown che domina il borgo di Portofino

The beautiful Castello Brown overlooking the village of Portofino.
Situated in a panoramic position above the port of Portofino, Castello Brown is a place rich in history and charm. Originally known as Castello di San Giorgio, this military fortress dates back to the Middle Ages, when the Genoese built it to defend the Gulf of Portofino.
Over the centuries, the castle has undergone numerous renovations and extensions. One of the most important figures in the history of the castle is Montague Yeats Brown, the English consul in Genoa, who purchased the fortress in 1867. Brown transformed the castle into a private residence, even planting the two famous pine trees on the main terrace on his wedding day.
After Brown's death in 1905, the castle passed to his descendants, who looked after it until 1949. It was then sold to the Baber family, who restored several ruined sections. In 1961, the Municipality of Portofino purchased the castle and opened it to the public, using it to host public and private events.
Today, Castello Brown is one of Portofino's main attractions, offering breathtaking views of the village and the Gulf of Tigullio. The castle's lush terrace juts out vertically above the village, offering a unique and spectacular view. The castle is surrounded by a Mediterranean garden full of cypress trees, flowers and pergolas, creating an enchanting and relaxing atmosphere.
Castello Brown is not only a place of great natural beauty, but also an ideal location for special events such as weddings, art exhibitions and conferences. Thanks to its privileged location and impeccable organization, the castle continues to be a symbol of elegance and history in Portofino.
If you find yourself in Portofino, a visit to Castello Brown is an unmissable experience. Not only will you be able to admire its historic architecture and gardens, but you will also enjoy a panoramic view that will leave you breathless.

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Il bel Castello Brown che domina il borgo di Portofino

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Here is the official website of the castle: castellobrown.com.

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Brown Castle, previously called San Giorgio Castle, is a defensive building and noble residence located on the slopes of the Castle in Portofino, in Tigullio. The first official news about the current structure dates back to 1425 when Tomaso Fregoso, Doge of the Republic of Genoa until 1421, occupied the village of Portofino and its fortress in opposition to Filippo Maria Visconti, Duke of Milan. In 1430 it returned to being a dominion of Genoa thanks to Francesco Spinola di Ottobono. The castle, located in a strategic position because it had a wide view of the village and the Gulf of Tigullio, was repeatedly the object of continuous attempts at occupation and sieges until the early years of the 15th century.
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The beautiful Brown Castle that dominates the village of Portofino – Le magnifique Château Brun qui domine le village de Portofino – El hermoso Castillo Marrón que domina el pueblo de Portofino – O belo Castelo Castanho que domina a vila de Portofino – Das wunderschöne Brown Castle, das das Dorf Portofino dominiert – Lâu đài Brown xinh đẹp thống trị ngôi làng Portofino

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References:
– https://www.castellobrown.com
– https://www.italyscapes.com/places/liguria/portofino/castles/castello-brown
– https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g187825-d2080365-Reviews-Castello_Brown-Portofino_Italian_Riviera_Liguria.html

Varese Ligure Castle: a journey through time

Il Castello di Varese Ligure: un viaggio nel tempo

Varese Ligure Castle: a journey through time.
Located in the heart of the Val di Vara, Varese Ligure Castle is an architectural jewel that tells centuries of history and traditions. Built in the 15th century by the Fieschi counts, the castle dominates the main square of the village, offering visitors a breathtaking spectacle and a dive into the past.
The castle was built as part of an ambitious urban project known as “Borgo Rotondo”, characterized by its elliptical shape and the stone houses that surround the central square. This unique structure not only served defensive purposes, but also facilitated the commercial and social activities of the village.
Walking through the castle, you can admire the two main towers: the Torre del Piccinino, built in 1435, and the cylindrical tower built between 1472 and 1479. These towers, with their imposing walls and architectural details, testify to the strategic importance of the castle in controlling the communication routes between the Ligurian coast and the Emilian hinterland.
Today, the Castle of Varese Ligure is well preserved and can be visited on special occasions. Its fascinating history and architectural beauty make it an unmissable destination for anyone wishing to explore the wonders of Liguria.
The Castle of Varese Ligure is not only a historical monument, but also a symbol of the rich cultural heritage of the region. A visit to this castle offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in history and appreciate the architectural mastery of centuries past.

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Il Castello di Varese Ligure: un viaggio nel tempo

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The Fieschi Castle was a military and defensive building in Varese Ligure, in the province of La Spezia, located in Piazza Castello. Built by the Fieschi counts in the Middle Ages, the castle completed the new urban work started by the Fieschi feudal lords in the center of Varese and which was called “Borgo Rotondo”, for its elliptical shape, a sort of “fortified citadel”.
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Varese Ligure Castle: a journey through time – Le Château de Varese Ligure : un voyage dans le temps – El Castillo de Varese Ligure: un viaje en el tiempo – O Castelo de Varese Ligure: uma viagem no tempo – Das Schloss von Varese Ligure: eine Reise durch die Zeit – Lâu đài Varese Ligure: cuộc hành trình xuyên thời gian

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Glimpses of Fort São Tiago in Funchal

Scorci del Forte São Tiago a Funchal nell'isola di Madera

Glimpses of the São Tiago Fort in Funchal on the island of Madeira.
Some time ago, I took these photos while visiting the famous yellow fort that dominates the bay in which the city of Funchal is located.

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The archipelago is made up of two major islands, Madeira and Porto Santo, three smaller uninhabited islands, known as the Desertas, and two smaller islands, also uninhabited, called the Savage Islands. The largest island is Madeira. The archipelago, together with Cape Verde, the Azores and the Canaries, forms Macaronesia; the Azores and Madeira are part of Portugal, the Canaries are part of Spain and Cape Verde, once Portuguese, is now an independent republic.
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The Fort of São Tiago in Funchal on the island of Madeira – Le Fort de São Tiago à Funchal sur l’île de Madère – El Fuerte de São Tiago en Funchal en la isla de Madeira – O Forte de São Tiago no Funchal, na ilha da Madeira – O Forte de São Tiago no Funchal, na ilha da Madeira – Pháo đài São Tiago ở Funchal trên đảo Madeira – 马德拉岛丰沙尔的圣蒂亚戈堡 – マデイラ島フンシャルのサンティアゴ要塞

The view of the city of Brescia from the Castle

La vista della città di Brescia dal Castello

The view of the city of Brescia from the Castle.
One of the places to visit in Brescia is its splendid castle that dominates the entire city.
As you can see from the photo you can see everything!

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La vista della città di Brescia dal Castello

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The castle of Brescia (known as the Falcon of Italy) is a fortress built in the medieval era and perched on the Cidneo hill, close to the historic centre of the city of Brescia.
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The view of the city of Brescia from the Castle – La vue sur la ville de Brescia depuis le Château – La vista de la ciudad de Brescia desde el Castillo. – A vista da cidade de Brescia desde o Castelo – Der Blick auf die Stadt Brescia vom Schloss aus – Quang cảnh thành phố Brescia từ Lâu đài – 从城堡俯瞰布雷西亚市 – ブレシア城からの眺め

The charm of the massive Rapallo Castle

Il fascino del massiccio Castello di Rapallo

The charm of the massive Rapallo Castle.
Every time I visit Rapallo I can't help but take a couple of photos of the castle that dominates the entire promenade of the coastal city.
And every time I think of when in summer, for the patronal festivals, the castle is "burned"!

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Il fascino del massiccio Castello di Rapallo

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The castle on the sea is a defensive position in Rapallo, in the metropolitan city of Genoa, built to defend the body of water near the Vittorio Veneto seafront. It is also called a medieval castle with an incorrect definition since the construction dates back only to the second half of the 16th century.
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The castle of Rapallo, in Liguria – Le château de Rapallo, en Ligurie – El castillo de Rapallo, en Liguria – O castelo de Rapallo, na Ligúria – Das Schloss von Rapallo, in Ligurien – Lâu đài Rapallo, ở Liguria – 拉帕洛城堡,在利古里亚 – リグーリア州のラパッロ城

The Ghio Castle formerly Ripamare Castle in Lavagna

Il Castelletto Ghio già Castello di Ripamare a Lavagna in Liguria

The Ghio Castle formerly Ripamare Castle in Lavagna
Travelling along the Via Aurelia, I had already noticed this fortification near the Tigullio Park for a long time, just before arriving in the city of Lavagna.
So once, armed with my camera, I stopped to photograph it and now I'll introduce it to you too (if you've never seen it).
It is a defensive tower from the mid-16th century that dominates the entire coast.

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Il Castelletto Ghio già Castello di Ripamare a Lavagna in Liguria

Il Castelletto Ghio già Castello di Ripamare a Lavagna in Liguria

Il Castelletto Ghio già Castello di Ripamare a Lavagna in Liguria

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This is the page on the Cultural Heritage website: beniculturali.it.

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The Ghio castle, formerly Ripamare Castle in Lavagna in Liguria – Le château de Ghio, anciennement château de Ripamare à Lavagna en Ligurie – El castillo de Ghio, antiguo castillo de Ripamare en Lavagna en Liguria – O castelo Ghio, antigo Castelo Ripamare em Lavagna, na Ligúria – Die Burg Ghio, ehemals Burg Ripamare in Lavagna in Ligurien – Lâu đài Ghio, trước đây là Lâu đài Ripamare ở Lavagna, Liguria – 吉奥城堡,原名里帕马雷城堡,位于利古里亚拉瓦尼亚 – リグーリア州ラヴァーニャのギオ城、以前はリパマーレ城

The main entrance of the Castle of Brescia

L'ingresso principale del Castello di Brescia detto il Falcone d'Italia

The main entrance to the Castle of Brescia known as the Falcon of Italy.
If you are lucky enough to visit the beautiful city of Brescia, you cannot miss a short visit to the castle that dominates it.
This is the entrance to the first walls within which the actual fortification develops.

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L'ingresso principale del Castello di Brescia detto il Falcone d'Italia

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The castle of Brescia (known as the Falcon of Italy) is a fortress built in the medieval era and perched on the Cidneo hill, close to the historic centre of the city of Brescia.
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The main entrance of the Brescia Castle known as the Falcon of Italy – L’entrée principale du château de Brescia connu sous le nom de Faucon d’Italie – La entrada principal del Castillo de Brescia conocida como el Halcón de Italia – A entrada principal do Castelo de Brescia conhecido como Falcão da Itália – Der Haupteingang des Brescia-Schloss, bekannt als der Falke von Italien – Lối vào chính của Lâu đài Brescia được mệnh danh là Chim ưng của Ý – 布雷西亚城堡的主入口被称为“Falcone d’Italia” – イタリアの鷹として知られるブレシア城の正面玄関

La via che attraversa il borgo di Compiano

La via che attraversa il borgo di Compiano in Emilia Romagna

La via che attraversa il borgo di Compiano in Emilia Romagna.
Due passi attraverso il bel borgo fortificato di Compiano, in provincia di Parma, percorrendo la bella strada ciottolata dal disegno a scacchiera.
Un borgo incantato, e molto ben tenuto, nella classifica de I Borghi più belli d’Italia.

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Compiano is a municipality in the province of Parma in Emilia-Romagna. A small village completely surrounded by walls, closely linked to its castle, part of the so-called Landi State and home to the mint. It is included in the circuit of the most beautiful villages in Italy.
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The beautiful village of Compiano in the province of Parma – Le beau village de Compiano dans la province de Parme – El hermoso pueblo de Compiano en la provincia de Parma – A bela vila de Compiano na província de Parma – Das schöne Dorf Compiano in der Provinz Parma – Ngôi làng xinh đẹp Compiano ở tỉnh Parma – 帕尔马省美丽的 Compiano 村 – パルマ県の美しい村コンピアーノ

Il bel borgo di Compiano in provincia di Parma

Il bel borgo di Compiano in provincia di Parma

Il bel borgo di Compiano in provincia di Parma.
Qualche mese fa sono stato una domenica a fare una bella gita in Emilia e precisamente sono stato alla sagra del tartufo di Bedonia.
Da lì siamo andati a visitare il bel borgo di Compiano che, devo dire, è stata proprio una bella sorpresa.
Un borgo circondato da mura, dominato dal castello.
Borgo famoso perché faceva parte dello Stato Landi che comprendeva il marchesato di Bardi, il principato di Borgotaro, la contea di Compiano e la baronia di Pieve di Bedonia.
E’ stato affascinante perdersi per i vicoli del borgo e scattare molte foto!

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Compiano is a municipality in the province of Parma in Emilia-Romagna. A small village completely surrounded by walls, closely linked to its castle, part of the so-called Landi State and home to the mint. It is included in the circuit of the most beautiful villages in Italy.
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The beautiful village of Compiano in the province of Parma – Le beau village de Compiano dans la province de Parme – El hermoso pueblo de Compiano en la provincia de Parma – A bela vila de Compiano na província de Parma – Das schöne Dorf Compiano in der Provinz Parma – Ngôi làng xinh đẹp Compiano ở tỉnh Parma – 帕尔马省美丽的 Compiano 村 – パルマ県の美しい村コンピアーノ

The monumental fort of Castelvecchio in Verona

Il forte monumentale di Castelvecchio a Verona

The monumental fort of Castelvecchio in Verona.
A nice visit to Verona cannot skip this beautiful castle that stands on the banks of the Adige river.

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Il forte monumentale di Castelvecchio a Verona

Il forte monumentale di Castelvecchio a Verona

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This is the official website of the museum: museodicastelvecchio.comune.verona.it.

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Castelvecchio, originally called the castle of San Martino in Aquaro, is a medieval fort located in the historic center of Verona currently used as the seat of the civic museum of the same name; it is the most important military monument of the Scaliger lordship.
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The monumental fort of Castelvecchio in Verona – Le fort monumental de Castelvecchio à Vérone – El fuerte monumental de Castelvecchio en Verona – O monumental forte de Castelvecchio em Verona – Die monumentale Festung von Castelvecchio in Verona – Pháo đài hoành tráng Castelvecchio ở Verona – 维罗纳的 Castelvecchio 纪念性堡垒 – ヴェローナのカステルヴェッキオの記念碑的な砦