Molare
Palazzo Tornielli
The palazzo rises where the medieval castle once stood. In the early 19th century, Count Celestino Tornielli purchased the area of the castle and had a palazzo built there. The Tornielli family are a noble family who had …
Castles, Fortresses, historical homes
Viarigi
Torre dei Segnali
The Tower, symbol of Viarigi, was built around 1320 on top of the ruins of the ancient castle. Used as a watch, defence and communications tower, it has changed hands several times over the years and undergone renovation …
Castagnole delle Lanze
Torre del Conte Ballada di Saint Robert
The park and the tower are home to a museum tour dedicated to the extraordinary figure of the Count of San Robert. Visitors can discover the life and the meaning of the works of the Count through his highly intellectual …
Agliano Terme
Torre dell'Antico Castello di Agliano Terme
The tower, which is open to visitors, is what remains of the ancient castle destroyed in the first half of the 17th century. From the top, it is possible to enjoy a magnificent view. Photo credits: Municipality of Agliano
Terzo
Torre di Terzo
The oldest history of Terzo dates back to Roman times to which it also owes its name: it is three miles from Aquae Statiellae (Acqui). For centuries, Terzo has played a pivotal role for the passage of the Via Aemilia Scauri …
Castelnuovo Don Bosco
Torre e Cappella della Madonna del Castello
In the area of the ancient Castle of Rivalba, we can admire the imposing medieval tower that bears witness to the ancient fortress and the Church of Madonna del Castello with a churchyard that acts as lookout point. Photo …
Asti
Torre Troiana
The tower, also known as Clock tower, has the function of a civic tower and is one of the symbols of the city. It faces onto piazza Medici and is certainly one of the most imposing, perfectly built and best-preserved medieval …
Acqui Terme
Villa Ottolenghi Wedekind
Reopening February 2021 The timeless splendour of a Villa in the hilly wine-producing area of Alto Monferrato, a stop-off point of considerable cultural interest along the trails of the picturesque Piedmontese landscape, …