The Medieval Castle of Lettere (Castrum Letterensis), San Nicola, Campania, Italy
The ancient fortress of Lettere has origins dating back at least to the 11th century in the form of a simple fortress equipped with small turrets and walls. The current structure of the fortress, while still retaining characteristics of the Angevin period, is the result of numerous renovations that took place over the centuries. The trapezoidal structure still retains four towers including the largest, the Keep, which was the real residential hub for the Lords. Inside the courtyard it is possible to recognize the Castle Chapel, the well with the water cistern. This area became an Archaeological Park in December 2017, it is possible to view the remains of the ancient inhabited area of letters and the Cathedral dating back to 900 AD. and in particular, the fresco of the Madonna del Soccorso dating back to the 15th century AD. and the bell tower arrived almost completely intact until today.
Description & Instructions When Visiting San Nicola, Campania, Italy
The ancient fortress of Lettere has origins dating back at least to the 11th century in the form of a simple fortress equipped with small turrets and walls. The current structure of the fortress, while still retaining characteristics of the Angevin period, is the result of numerous renovations that took place over the centuries. The trapezoidal structure still retains four towers including the largest, the Keep, which was the real residential hub for the Lords. Inside the courtyard it is possible to recognize the Castle Chapel, the well with the water cistern. This area became an Archaeological Park in December 2017, it is possible to view the remains of the ancient inhabited area of letters and the Cathedral dating back to 900 AD. and in particular, the fresco of the Madonna del Soccorso dating back to the 15th century AD. and the bell tower arrived almost completely intact until today.
Itinerary
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Pass By: Castellammare Di Stabia, Castellammare Di Stabia, Province of Naples, Campania
Pick up from accommodation facilities at Castellammare di Stabia, Torre Annunziata, Sorrento, Pompeii, Scafati, Sant’Antonio A., Angri, S.M. La Carità, Gragnano, Pimonte, Agerola, Vico Equense, Seiano, Meta.
Stop At: Caseificio F.lli Bari SRL, Via S. Nicola del Vaglio, 80050 San Nicola NA, Italy
Guided tour of the “Fratelli Bari” dairy where it will be possible to attend the stages of processing dairy products, and then directly taste the products with samplings.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Castello di Lettere, Via S. Nicola del Vaglio, 80050 Lettere Italy
The Castle hides its magic of a Medieval environment with a spectacular panorama is just a breathtaking view!
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Castello di Lettere, Via S. Nicola del Vaglio, 80050 Lettere Italy
This place became an Archaeological Park in December 2017, it is possible to view the remains of the ancient settlement of letters and the Cathedral dating back to 900 AD. and in particular, the fresco of the Madonna del Soccorso dating back to the 15th century AD. Inside the courtyard it is possible to recognize the Castle Chapel, the well with the water cistern and the bell tower arrived almost completely intact until today.
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: Lettere, Lettere, Province of Naples, Campania
Drop off back in your accomodation
Duration: 1 day 23 hours
Starts: San Nicola, Italy
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
