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The castle of Rapallo
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Rapallo castle is the main symble of the town and it has been declared as a national monument by the Cultural Ministry. It'also erroneously known as mediaeval castle, but it was built in 1551. It's on the Rapallo sea, and it was built after an incursion by the Turkish pirate Dragut in 1549. He kidnapped a hundred of children and maiden who become his slaves on his boats. Therefore, the Genoan Captain Gregorio Roisecco advised Rapallo to build a castle in order to protect the village.
from: http://www.globeholidays.net/Europe/Italy/Liguria/Rapallo/Rapallo_Castello.htm |
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Hi Gae,
This is a beautiful picture of an old castel. Thanks for info, it's interesting!
Regards,
Saadet
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