Parella Castle

Parella Castle (Italian: Castello di Parella) is a castle located in Parella, Piedmont, Italy.

Parella Castle
Castello di Parella
Parella, Piedmont, Italy
Parella Castle
Site information
Type	Castle
Location
Parella Castle Location in Italy
Coordinates	45°25′48.55″N 7°47′47.67″E

History

The castle evolved from a medieval fortified tollhouse along the road between Ivrea and Castellamonte.^[1][2] In the 14th century, after the Tuchinaggio rebellions, which likely damaged the San Martino family’s primary castle, situated further uphill in Parella, the family relocated their residence to this structure.^[1]

Starting from 1545, Alessio I of the San Martino family undertook significant renovations, transforming the structure into a noble residence adorned with frescoes and decorations.^[2] After centuries of ownership by the San Martino family, the castle passed through various hands including those of a religious order.

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