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Castelvecchio: Cangrande's refuge
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  • Nemorino
  • Updated By Nemorino on September 7, 2006
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  • 1. Bridge at Castelvecchio - Verona
    1. Bridge at Castelvecchio
    by Nemorino, 3 more photos
    This Old Castle (it wasn't always called that, but got the name Old when the newer fortifications were built on the hill of San Pietro) was built by the Scala family during the 14th century when they were the rulers of Verona. It became their residence and fortress during the rule of Cangrande II in 1354.

    Cangrande, appropriately enough, translates as "top dog".

    Attached to the castle is this fortified bridge called Ponte Scaligero over the River Adige, which the Scala family eventually had to use to make their escape from the city when they had fallen out of power.

    Second photo: Here's a front view of the castle, from Via Roma.

    Third photo: In the castle there is now a very interesting museum with artworks from several centuries.

    Fourth photo: A painting of Salome in the Castelvecchio museum. The story of Salome was made into a play by Oscar Wilde, which in turn was the basis of the opera Salome by Richard Strauss.

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  • Address: Corso Castelvecchio 2
  • Phone: 045 8062611
  • Website: http://www.comune.verona.it/castelvecchio/cvsito/
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    Castelvecchio: Ponte Scaligero
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  • Updated By montezaro on April 24, 2004
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  • Ponte Scaligero - Verona
    Ponte Scaligero
    by montezaro
    Ponte Scaligero (The Scala Bridge) forms part of the complex defence system of the Castelvecchio. The bridge was built in the mid-14th century by Cangrande II della Scala.
    Over the centuries, the bridge was altered in many ways, and during the Second World War it was almost totally destroyed.

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    Castelvecchio: Castelvecchio (the Old Castle)
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  • effeti
  • Updated By effeti on October 8, 2005
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  • The south-west side of the Castle - Verona
    The south-west side of the
    Castle
    by effeti, 3 more photos
    The beautiful and well preserved castle (now mainly a museum: see the website below) was built stating in 1354 by la Scala family, the lords of the Verona in the period called "Comunale" The castle is in a very strategical position. At the southern entrance of the Town, along tha roman "via postumia" (the pavement of wich is still under Corso Castelvecchio and Corso Cavour), it is connected to a private and fortified bridge across the river Adige.
    So, wichever the threat (foreign enemy, of popular riot) the Lords had a choice to remain inside a very fortified building, or runaway on the other side of the river, gaving acces to the road to north along the adige Valley

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  • Address: Corso castelvecchio
  • Directions: South-west of the old town center
  • Website: http://www.comune.verona.it/Castelvecchio/cvsito/english/index1.htm
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    Castelvecchio: Castelvecchio
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  • Anjutka
  • Updated By Anjutka on April 15, 2005
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  • Castelvecchio seen from the bridge - Verona
    Castelvecchio seen from the
    bridge
    by Anjutka
    Verona was always of high strategic importance, controlling the southern end of the easiest access over the Alps into the the heart of Northern Italy where the Adige/Etsch river leaves its narrow valley coming down from the Reschen pass and via its contributary Eisack from the Brenner, the both lowest passes over the main ridge of the Alps. And a big city in such a position was always excellently fortified, the remains of these concentric fortifications from different historical periods are seen throughout all the centre of Verona. The nicest medieval part of it is Castelvecchio.

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    Castelvecchio: Castle with class
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  • Updated By BruceDunning on June 18, 2009
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  • View of side of castle toward bridge - Verona
    View of side of castle toward
    bridge
    by BruceDunning, 4 more photos
    Built between 1355-1375 by Cangrande II, this castle was a defense against the intruders to the area during the many years of warring. The influential Scaligeri family ruled the city from the 13th century, and that continued for 200 years. The crenelated walls are magnificent and very decorative with the curved brick pinnacale. It was situated along the Adige river for protection on one side and access to water and river traffic flow. The Austrians used the site as barracks. The strategic location right on the river is a good defense position. In 1923 and 1965 the castle was restored, and in good shape today.
    The museum holds one of the finer art galleries in Veneto region. There is also a lot of statues, ceramics, and gold works. It also has a number of wood works done by a famous (forget me who) artist in 1950's. IN the rear area is armor and armory items for viewing, and a big bell, and frescoes leading unto the wall perimeter. The view form the perimeter top is nice, and you feel like you were there during the hey day of the empire. The castle was restored 1959 through 1973 by architect Carlo Scarpa, and he modified some areas for impact of the museum items to present.
    Entry is around 6 Euro-but a Verona card for 11 Euro allows entry to this and many other sites. 9-17 except Monday

  • Address: Corso Cavour
  • Directions: Take Via Roma at intersection of Corso Cavour. From the arena-it is in the back section of town.
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    Castelvecchio: Castelvecchio
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  • By montezaro on January 3, 2004
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  • Castelvecchio - Verona
    Castelvecchio
    by montezaro
    Castelvecchio, the Old Castle, was bulit in the mid of the 14th century as a home of the mighty Scala Family, the Lords of Verona and the huge area around it. It is situated on the bank of the river Adige, connected with the hinterland by the beautiful Ponte Scaligero, the Scaligero Bridge. Nowadays it houses the magnificent Museum a must see.

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  • Address: Corso Cavour
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    Castelvecchio: the castelveccio
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  • doug48
  • Updated By doug48 on November 2, 2007
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    castelvecchio
    by doug48
    the castelveccio was built by cangrande II between 1355 and 1375. this impressive brick fortress now houses an excellent art museum. on display are roman, medieval, and renaissance works of art. the museum has an interesting collection of jewery, armor, and swords.

  • Address: corso castelvecchio 2
  • Phone: 045 59 47 34
  • Directions: central verona
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    Castelvecchio: Castelvecchio
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  • By icunme on March 17, 2006
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  • Castelvecchio - Verona
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    The castle, an imposing civic building from the medieval Veronese period, was built between 1354 and 1356 by order of Cangrande II della Scala. The design was conceived by the della Scala family as a defence against both outside invasions and popular rebellion.
    The surrounding area allowed for a rapid and easy escape from the city:after crossing the fortified bridge, accessible only to the noble family, the road to the north along the Adige valley was a secure route.

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    Castelvecchio: Ponte Scaligero
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  • By german_eagle on April 12, 2003
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  • Ponte Scaligero - Verona
    Ponte Scaligero
    by german_eagle
    This bridge was originally built 1355 - 75, but destroyed by Germans April 25, 1945. It has been reconstructed later. It leads from the Old Castle (Castelvecchio) to the other bank of the Adige river - built for escape of the Scaligeri family.

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  • Address: Corso Castelvecchio
  • Directions: Northwestern part of the old town.
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    Castelvecchio: Castelvechio and bridge
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  • By Roggeveen on May 12, 2005
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  • Picture taken fron the bridge - Verona
    Picture taken fron the bridge
    by Roggeveen
    Castelvechio is part of the second wall that was built around Verona. Inside there is a museum with art from the Venician period of Verona.
    This site is a little bit outside the centre and not as crowded with tourist as the 'Roman' center.

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  • Address: Corso Castelvechio
  • Phone: 045594734
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