Description
The castle of Gagliano Aterno. In 1392, the Baron Ruggero appointed his son Peter II as his heir. Peter II erected the circle of walls of the present Castle of Gagliano Aterno. In 1462 the castle was badly damaged due to enemies' attacks. It was then owned by the Barberini family until 1806, then by the Barons Pietropaoli and finally by the marquis Lazzeroni. Nowadays, the castle shows a pentagonal base, and is one of the best preserved castle in the Region Abruzzo. It has a noble appearance, with a beautiful open gallery and two rows of windows which overlook the village of Gagliano Aterno. It is surrounded by a moat, and the access is through a drawbridge. The three main parts of the castle were built in different periods, around a courtyard with a well in the centre. In the courtyard there is also a stairway, which leads to the first floor of the castle. The castle is surrounded by a double circle of walls, with crenellated great towers.
Responsibility
The Statehouse of Gagliano Aterno for further information: tel. +39 0864-797401 and the L'Aquila board of the ministry of cultural heritage and environmental conservation Tel +39 0862 4874235
Role
At present, the castle is of private property and is currently used as a private house. Access is organised through visits. Local Importance
Potential usability
The cultural value is preserved very well, even though little is known at national level. For this reason, its potential could be further developed, for instance by disseminating information about the castle at national level; by informing potential tourists about the castles via Internet, via the national network of tourist offices etc.
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