World / Italy / Sizilien / Syracuse, 2 km from center Coordinates: 37°3'12"N   15°17'42"E

Castello Maniace

Castello Maniace



The Castello Maniace, constructed between 1232 and 1240, is an example of the military architecture of Frederick II's reign. It is a square structure with circular towers at each of the four corners. The most striking feature is the pointed portal, decorated with polychrome marbles.
# The important Archaeological Museum, with collections including findings from the mid-Bronze Age to 5th century BC.




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