Milan - Castello Sforzesco

 
The Castello Sforzesco, held successively by the Viscontis and the Sforzas, was built in 1368, demolished by the people of Milan in 1447 and rebuilt from 1450 onwards. The Torre de Filarete, on the nearside (70m/231ft high), is a reproduction (1905) of the original gate-tower.

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The Castell Sforzesco in Milan, which now houses a number of museums.The Castell Sforzesco in Milan, which now houses a number of museums.
Detail of the Castle in Milan.Detail of the Castle in Milan.
The Castello Sforzesco at night in Milan.The Castello Sforzesco at night in Milan.
Statue of Giuseppe Garibaldi in front of Castello Sforzesco.Statue of Giuseppe Garibaldi in front of Castello Sforzesco.
Wall of the Sforzesco Castello at night in Milan.Wall of the Sforzesco Castello at night in Milan.
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