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Calabria: Castrovillari
Castrovillari
sits at the foot of Monte Pollino. The ancient — beyond
ancient (Neolithic) roots of this town are evident throughout
the area. The town is surrounded by its Roman walls (not completely
however) and it is quite striking as you see the Aragonese
Castle (15th century) and the various buildings
that date back to that time — very lovely — very evocative.
At the top of town (on a dominating hill) is the Santuario
di Santa Maria del Castello, an 11th century
church with frescoes and paintings. Check out the Chiesa di
San Giuliano (11th century) with a 16th
century portal and Museo Sacra. The Museo Civico
has a vast (and fine) collection of artifacts from prehistoric
times to medieval times.
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