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3 unusual facts about Castle of Melfi


Castle of Melfi

With the decadence of the Swabian and the arrival of new Angevin rulers, the castle of Melfi underwent massive renovations and expansions, as well as being elected by Charles II of Anjou official residence of his wife, Mary of Hungary, in 1284.

It was still subject to changes in the 16th century under the Aragon government and became the property of Acciaiuoli first, then of the Marzano, Caracciolo and finally, Doria, to which belonged until 1950.

Its construction, at least the components still visible, dates back to Norman times and has undergone significant changes over time, especially in Angevin and Aragonese times.



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