Perched on a hill overlooking the village of Aulla, Fortezza della Brunella is an imposing fortification. Its exact construction date is uncertain, but it is clear that the fortress, which controlled all major routes in the region and those from Appennine passes, is the most powerful military structure in Lunigiana.
In 1977, the fortress was acquired by the state and entrusted to Aulla. It serves as the home of the Museo di Storia Naturale della Lunigiana.
Today, visitors can explore the impressive fortress walls, towers, and courtyards. The structure features a square floor plan surrounded by a deep moat, with four large rectangular corner towers and a courtyard accessible via a masonry drawbridge.
Sources: Wikipedia, OpenStreetMap, Wikidata, Wikimedia Commons
Written by Nicolo Ciampini
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