Mathilda’s lands
Jan 16th, 2009 by alexia
The Middle Age castles spread all round our enchanting hills rimind us of the time when Countess Mathilda ruled Europe destiny.
Canossa, witness of the long and ruthless fight between pope Gregory VII and the German Emperor Henry IV.
Rossena, one of the outer outpost built on a massive volcanic rock.
Quattro Castella, worth a visit both because of the well-preserved castle of Bianello and because of the surrounding geological area, internationally aknowledged.
Sarzano, strategic lookout now diplaying an amazing panorama on mountains, woods, fields, old villages and churches.
Carpineti, Mathilda’s favorite residence placed between two valleys, offering a wide view on the Appenines
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