Place Castel del Monte

Unique octagonal building

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Inserted: 02.04.2021
Author: Tony Výborný © gigaplaces.com
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Castel del Monte from the 13th century attracts at first sight with its regular octagonal profile, which was very unusual, especially at the time. It is still not entirely clear about the original purpose of this building, but the castle probably served as a hunting lodge or prison.

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