Cagnis Castle (Italian: Castello Cagnis) is a castle located in Lessolo, Piedmont, Italy.

History

The castle, already documented in the 13th century,[1] belonged for a long time to the Counts of Castellamonte, who had jurisdiction over the town of Lessolo.[1][2] In the 14th century, the original structure was destroyed during the Tuchini revolt but was later rebuilt.[1] Over the centuries, the fortification was transformed into a baronial palace.[1] The castle likely served as the birthplace of Francesco Ruffini.[2]

Description

The castle is distinguished by its two large towers, one square and the other cylindrical, which have survived the numerous alterations over time.[1]

References

  1. ^ a b c d e "Tutte le fortificazioni della provincia di Torino in sintesi pagina 1, Castelli del Piemonte". Mondi Medievali (in Italian). Retrieved 2025-02-25.
  2. ^ a b "CASTELLO DI LESSOLO | Luogo FAI". Fondo Ambiente Italiano (in Italian). Retrieved 2025-02-25.

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