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On the Francigena, with a Romanesque façade; the two reliefs on the façade (the originals inside on the counter-façade) with the centaur hunting the deer are very interesting.

The work 🚧 is finished, and now the bridge is passable again. The previous stretch is often muddy 💩 after the rains.

Nice photo but the correct name is Tenuta Darola.

On the edge of a natural terrace of the Sesia river, in a short side street from Piazza Vodano you can admire the beautiful and solid tower that in ancient times was part of the medieval castle known as Torre dei Visconti, dating from the twelfth century. In compact red bricks, it has a square plan and is crowned by split battlements resting on a triple motif of sawtooth stones. In ancient times, a few small windows on either side served as light connections. The building was probably connected to the early medieval castrum of which traces have been lost: documents dating from the eleventh and thirteenth centuries indicate the fortified complex "Castro della torre".

The Torre dei Vialardi in Vercelli, Italy, is one of the best preserved medieval towers in the city. Built in the 15th century, this elegant tower has an attractive octagonal shape and is decorated with ogival windows. It can be found along via Cagna, which connects the central Corso Libertà with the Chiesa di San Cristoforo.

The Chiesa di San Cristoforo in Vercelli, Italy, is a small jewel that houses some precious works by the talented artist Gaudenzio Ferrari. Also known as the “Cappella Sistina of Vercelli”, this church is completely frescoed and contains some of the most important masterpieces of the Piedmontese Renaissance. The impressive frescoes, executed between 1529 and 1534, include the famous Madonna degli aranci and the Crocifissione. The entire church exudes a serene spiritual atmosphere and is a must-see for art lovers.

The Visconti Castle in Vercelli, Italy, is a medieval castle that stands proudly in the heart of the city. Built at the end of the 13th century, the castle has undergone several transformations over the years. Today it serves as the seat of the Tribunal of Vercelli. The original design, attributed to Matteo Visconti, follows the classic pattern of the Visconti castles of the Lombardy plains: square, with towers at each corner, two entrances on opposite sides, and an inner courtyard. In addition to serving as a symbol of Visconti power over Vercelli, the castle also strengthened the city walls on the south side. Over time, the castle fell into disrepair, but was restored and adapted for various purposes. During the Franco-Spanish War in the 17th century, the castle was damaged during the Spanish siege of 1638. It served as a residence for the governors of Vercelli during the Napoleonic era and later housed the prison. Further restorations were carried out in the 20th century, allowing the castle to regain its original grandeur. Today the castle can only be admired from the outside and is used internally only for official state functions.