Noli's Defensive Castle: A Siccco Against Invaders

Built in Noli, Italy, the Castello di Monte Ursino, originally a fortress, now stands as a well-preserved example of medieval castling in Western Liguria. The castle, controlling the sea, coast, and old Roman road, dates back to the Del Carretto, feudal lords of Noli. After a fire destroyed Noli around 900, the settlement was moved to the hill where construction of the castle had started. The castle's defensive walls enclose the entire town, with a tall cylindrical tower at its heart, surrounded by thick walls and barracks for the troops. Round towers line the hill's slope at regular intervals. The external tower defense system allows defenders to attack invaders from behind. Although crumbling, the castle and its walls are open for visitors. Noli itself is a charming town to explore.

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