Acaya Castle

The castle of Acaya is the work of the architectural genius Gian Giacomo dell'Acaya, the military architect of Charles V, who decided to fortify the original castle for defensive purposes due to its proximity to the sea.

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Close-up view of the historic tower of the Acaya Castle, a testament to medieval architecture in Italy.
View of the Acaya Castle, a historic fortress from the 16th century, surrounded by picturesque landscapes and blue skies.
A nighttime scene of Acaya Castle, highlighting the illuminated entrance and visitors admiring the historic architecture.
Vestiges of the Acaya castle, revealing stone walls and a medieval fresco, testifying to its rich history.

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Jérémy Colombo

The uniqueness of Acaya is that it is the only example of a fortified town in the region. The castle and its internal defensive structure were designed to respond to Saracen attacks that landed on the coast. It was once surrounded by deep moats connected to the land by a drawbridge.

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Jérémy Colombo

It is not for nothing that Acaya is renowned for its medieval history: its castle, dating from the early 1500s, is a true landmark to visit.

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