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Firmafede Fortress

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Firmafede Fortress

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    Location: Sarzana, La Spezia, Liguria, Italy

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    May 10, 2024

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    The Citadel, also called the Sarzana Fortress or Firmafede Fortress, was the first fortress of the city of Sarzana, built in the thirteenth century. After its destruction in 1487 by Florence, it was rebuilt on the orders of Lorenzo de' Medici himself.
    In 1494, the Republic of Genoa, after regaining possession of Sarzana, completed the work on the Citadel.
    The fortress is used as a venue for cultural events and exhibitions and also houses the Museum of the Fortresses, an interactive route that follows the history of Sarzana and Lunigiana.
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    June 4, 2024

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    The Firmafede Fortress (originally called Cittadella) was built in 1249 thanks to the help of the Pisan allies of the city. In the 15th century the city became an important …
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    Built in 1249, destroyed in 1487 by the armies of Lorenzo di Medici, then rebuilt. Conquered by the Republic of Genoa in 1494.
    Today a center for cultural events.
    Open daily from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., closed on Sundays
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    1. Piazza Matteotti, Sarzana – Castello di San Martino loop from Sarzana

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