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Castle of Asinari of San Marzano (Castello Asinari di San Marzano)

Address Piazza Papa Giovanni XXIII, 4, 14050 San Marzano Oliveto AT, Italia
Tel 0141 856121
Email protocollo@comune.sanmarzanooliveto.at.it
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Highlights

A castle of medieval origin.

It was transformed, in the 17th century, into a stately residence by the Asinari counts.

Quoted by Alfieri as “San Marzano di Acquosana”, the first documents concerning the castle date back to the birth of the Contado di Acquosana (the ancient territory of Acqui Terme).

The castle, perhaps of Roman origin, thanks to the Asinari took on the characteristics of a real defensive bulwark by building square corner towers on its four sides, one of which is still equipped with machicolations.

After the Spanish occupation in 1655, the Asinari family regained possession and turned the fortress into a country residence.

It's an imposing and striking work, now privately owned and used to host events and weddings.

Its ancient cellars with arches and vaults remind of the interior of a Gothic cathedral, and from its splendid terrace-garden you can admire one of the most beautiful views in the area.

The parish church, dedicated to St. Martian, stands on Piazza del Castello; it has a classical Renaissance style, with a single nave and a neoclassical chancel and choir.

Insights

Mondi medievali
https://www.mondimedievali.net/

Castello san marzano
https://castellosanmarzanoasti.wordpress.com/

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