Castello di Villar Dora, Almese

Name: Castello di Villar Dora
Address: Piazza S. Rocco, 8A, 10040 Villar Dora TO, Almese, Italy

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Villar Dora Castle is a medieval feudal residence, among the best preserved in the Susa Valley, located on a small rocky hill in the center of the village.

Architectural style: GothicCoordinates: 45°7'5"N, 7°23'6"E

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Piazza S. Rocco, 8A, 10040 Villar Dora TOAlmese Italy

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Castello di Villar Dora – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Sacra di San Michele, Monte Musinè, Abbazia di Sant'Antonio di Ranverso, Monte Lera.

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Locality
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