Rocca Calascio

10th century1000Italy

CountryItaly

RegionAbruzzo

Period10th century

Year Built1000

About Rocca Calascio

The highest fortress in the Apennines at 1,460 m. Never used in battle - destroyed by an earthquake in 1703 before completion. One of the most dramatic castle ruins in Italy. Featured in the film Ladyhawke.

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