Monforte Castle (Monte Marra) | ruined castle, Medieval / Middle Ages

Italy / Sizilien / Monforte San Giorgio / Monte Marra
 castle, ruined castle, Medieval / Middle Ages

The medieval castle of Monforte on Monte Marra was originally built by the Orthodox population of the area as a refuge from Muslim raids. It was subsequently a stronghold of the Norman kings and their successors.
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Coordinates:   38°9'27"N   15°23'4"E
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