was built in the 13th century by Frederick II of Swabia. The mansion had a certain visibility in the course of Sicilian Vespers, as the seat of Parliament and later residence of the Aragonese rulers, including Frederick III. Today it is the seat of the Municipal Museum of the city of Etna, which consists mainly of the collections of the Biscari and the Benedictines.

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Vosch

September 12, 2020

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A huge castello, you should definitely see it. You can also take a look at Catania from above.

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Rene

July 15, 2022

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The Castello Ursino is a castle in Catania, founded by Emperor Frederick II in the 13th century. The name castrum ursinum has been documented in sources since 1255.

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Location: Catania, Sicily, Italy

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