Lancellotti Castle, Lauro, Italy

The city of Lauro is known for the imposing Lancellotti Castle, built in the 11th century in a beautiful panoramic position. The first written mention of the Castle appeared in a document of the 10th century, the owner of the 'Castel Lauri' was a certain Raimundo.

The castle was set on fire by the French army in 1799. The building, which appears today as it was reconstructed in 1872 by Prince Filippo Lancellotti, was inaugurated on the same year on the feast day of the patron saints, August 25th, and presents a composite architectural style of Gothic, Renaissance, Neoclassical, and Baroque. T

he castle stands in a small and elegant 19th-century garden, with a central circular fountain that was previously part of a large 17th-century park destroyed during the events of 1799. To the right of the Renaissance wooden portal is the stable, which houses a remarkable 17th-century statue. At the back, a small gate leads to the secret garden, while the family chapel and part of the private apartments are located behind. In front of the avenue, a short bridge connects the courtyard to the residence.

Beckov Castle

The Beckov castle stands on a steep 50 m tall rock in the village Beckov. The dominance of the rock and impression of invincibility it gaves, challenged our ancestors to make use of these assets. The result is a remarkable harmony between the natural setting and architecture.

The castle first mentioned in 1200 was originally owned by the King and later, at the end of the 13th century it fell in hands of Matúš Èák. Its owners alternated - at the end of the 14th century the family of Stibor of Stiborice bought it.

The next owners, the Bánffys who adapted the Gothic castle to the Renaissance residence, improved its fortifications preventing the Turks from conquering it at the end of the 16th century. When Bánffys died out, the castle was owned by several noble families. It fell in decay after fire in 1729.

The history of the castle is the subject of different legends.

Tony (2 years ago)
Lucky enough to get a tour. Very nice views.

Napoleon K. (2 years ago)
I attended a wedding party! Amazing

eugene corcione (3 years ago)
Very well up kept facility. The care takers are extremely nice! The history is great. Would highly recommend checking this place out.

Francesca Menna (3 years ago)
Bella location

Fabien Heinen (6 years ago)
Nice peaceful town, away from the hustle and bustle from Naples.

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