Charles V Castle
Description
The Castello di Carlo V was built in 1542 at the behest of the emperor Charles V who commissioned the construction of the architect Gian Giacomo dell'Acaya. The fortress is located in the ancient village of the city of Capua. It has linear geometries and ramparts of a square base and an entrance bridge that rests on arches. Over the centuries the function of the Castle has always remained the defensive function, except during the period of the restoration when it held the role of prison. The castle is not open to the public.