Partecipazione dell'I.I.S. Vincenzo Capirola al progetto didattico 2013-14 "Dall'archivio alla scuola, al territorio". Presentazione a cura di Sbardellati davide, insegnante Manuela Tebaldini
Dover Castle was built between 1180-1185 by King Henry II as one of the last castles constructed by English kings in the 11th-12th centuries. It was designed by Maurice the Engineer and served as both a royal palace and traveling court. As the largest castle in England, located only 22 miles from France, Dover guarded the gateway to England and was fortified during threats of French invasion. During World War II, the castle's tunnels were converted for use as air raid shelters and medical stations, demonstrating the site's enduring historical and military significance over nearly a thousand years.
This document provides information about several famous landmarks in London. It discusses Buckingham Palace, the residence of Queen Elizabeth II, and its history. It also briefly mentions Big Ben, the London Eye, the Tower of London which was built in 1078, and Tower Bridge built in 1894. Finally, it provides details about Hampton Court Palace, a historical royal palace originally constructed in 1515.
The history of Levice Castle in Slovakia spans several centuries. Built in the 13th century to protect a nearby monastery and mining towns, the castle changed owners and was rebuilt multiple times due to fires and changing architectural styles. In the 16th century, it was fortified to help defend against Turkish invasions, and withstood a siege in 1578. While briefly taken by the Turks in 1663, the castle was retaken and further fortified. Today it houses a museum and is known for the legend of the Levice geese.
Medieval castles served several purposes. They provided shelter and security for the lord and his family as well as the servants. Castles were built with defense as a primary concern, keeping unwanted invaders out. Castles consisted of various structures that served different functions, including a moat, drawbridge, portcullis and towers. Life within a castle involved many hardships even for the wealthiest residents due to lack of amenities and hygiene. Various social roles existed among those living and working in a castle.
Castel dell'Ovo is the oldest castle in Naples located on a small island connected to the mainland. According to legend, the poet Virgil hid an egg in the castle whose destruction would lead to the castle's and city's ruin. The castle has changed over time from a villa to a fortress protecting the city. It has been damaged and rebuilt throughout history under different rulers. Today it is a historic landmark in Naples located near the waterfront.
The document provides a detailed history of the development of the Tower of London from its construction in the late 11th century through the 20th century. It traces how the Tower evolved from a Norman castle built by William the Conqueror to protect London, to a palace, prison, treasury, mint and home to the Crown Jewels and menagerie over the centuries. Key developments included expansions under Henry III and Edward I that doubled the size of the fortress and enclosures, and its increasing role as a high-security prison during the Tudor period for religious and political prisoners under Henry VIII and his successors.
The massive complex of the ‘Windsor Castle’ has remained the silent witness of the major ups & downs of the British Royals since the 11th century. The castle, which is famous all across the globe as the royal residence of the British Queen & the largest & the oldest occupied castle in the world, boasts the glory & the opulence of the British monarchy. Get more information http://www.arounddeglobe.com/
Dover Castle was built between 1180-1185 by King Henry II as one of the last castles constructed by English kings in the 11th-12th centuries. It was designed by Maurice the Engineer and served as both a royal palace and traveling court. As the largest castle in England, located only 22 miles from France, Dover guarded the gateway to England and was fortified during threats of French invasion. During World War II, the castle's tunnels were converted for use as air raid shelters and medical stations, demonstrating the site's enduring historical and military significance over nearly a thousand years.
This document provides information about several famous landmarks in London. It discusses Buckingham Palace, the residence of Queen Elizabeth II, and its history. It also briefly mentions Big Ben, the London Eye, the Tower of London which was built in 1078, and Tower Bridge built in 1894. Finally, it provides details about Hampton Court Palace, a historical royal palace originally constructed in 1515.
The history of Levice Castle in Slovakia spans several centuries. Built in the 13th century to protect a nearby monastery and mining towns, the castle changed owners and was rebuilt multiple times due to fires and changing architectural styles. In the 16th century, it was fortified to help defend against Turkish invasions, and withstood a siege in 1578. While briefly taken by the Turks in 1663, the castle was retaken and further fortified. Today it houses a museum and is known for the legend of the Levice geese.
Medieval castles served several purposes. They provided shelter and security for the lord and his family as well as the servants. Castles were built with defense as a primary concern, keeping unwanted invaders out. Castles consisted of various structures that served different functions, including a moat, drawbridge, portcullis and towers. Life within a castle involved many hardships even for the wealthiest residents due to lack of amenities and hygiene. Various social roles existed among those living and working in a castle.
Castel dell'Ovo is the oldest castle in Naples located on a small island connected to the mainland. According to legend, the poet Virgil hid an egg in the castle whose destruction would lead to the castle's and city's ruin. The castle has changed over time from a villa to a fortress protecting the city. It has been damaged and rebuilt throughout history under different rulers. Today it is a historic landmark in Naples located near the waterfront.
The document provides a detailed history of the development of the Tower of London from its construction in the late 11th century through the 20th century. It traces how the Tower evolved from a Norman castle built by William the Conqueror to protect London, to a palace, prison, treasury, mint and home to the Crown Jewels and menagerie over the centuries. Key developments included expansions under Henry III and Edward I that doubled the size of the fortress and enclosures, and its increasing role as a high-security prison during the Tudor period for religious and political prisoners under Henry VIII and his successors.
The massive complex of the ‘Windsor Castle’ has remained the silent witness of the major ups & downs of the British Royals since the 11th century. The castle, which is famous all across the globe as the royal residence of the British Queen & the largest & the oldest occupied castle in the world, boasts the glory & the opulence of the British monarchy. Get more information http://www.arounddeglobe.com/
Piedmont World Heritage Sites: the Residences of the Royal House of SavoyLuxemburg
The document provides information on several palaces, castles, and residences associated with the House of Savoy in and around Turin, Italy. It describes the architectural history and features of landmarks like the Royal Palace of Turin, the Castle of Venaria, La Mandria Regional Park, Rivoli Castle, and others. It notes that many of these sites were originally constructed as fortifications, hunting lodges, or residences for the Savoy royal family and dukes, and highlights their architectural and historic significance.
French castles evolved over centuries from wooden fortifications in the 10th century to ornate stone palaces by the 15th century Renaissance. Early castles had moats, dirt mounds and wooden walls for protection, later adding layers of stone walls. By the 17th century, castles like Versailles were no longer military fortresses but grand residences for royalty and nobility, with hundreds of rooms, ornate design, and luxurious furnishings. The daily life of a lord and servants within a medieval castle centered around protection, accommodation and supplying food, while later grand palaces like Versailles established strict routines and ceremonies for royalty.
This document provides information about several famous monuments located in London, England. It describes Trafalgar Square, a public square named after the Battle of Trafalgar; Big Ben, the name for the great bell in the clock tower; Tower Bridge, a suspension bridge crossing the River Thames; the London Eye, a 443 foot tall ferris wheel; Buckingham Palace, the London residence of the British monarch; and Westminster Abbey, a gothic abbey that is one of the UK's most notable religious buildings.
Windsor Castle is the largest and oldest occupied castle in the world, originally built by William the Conqueror in the 11th century. The document provides details about visiting Windsor Castle, including viewing the Changing of the Guard on even numbered dates in February and March, excluding Sundays. It recommends strolling through the Covered Market and village, buying souvenirs, and leaving time to explore the castle and alleys before it closes 1 hour and 15 minutes after last admission.
The document summarizes the history and key facts about the Tower of London. It was originally built by William the Conqueror in 1078 as a royal residence and prison. Over the centuries, it housed famous prisoners like Anne Boleyn and Elizabeth I and was also used for executions. Today it remains an important historic site and museum, housing the Crown Jewels and being protected by seven ravens.
Trafalgar Square is a public space in central London known for Nelson's Column and four lion statues. It has been the site of political demonstrations and New Year's Eve celebrations. The name commemorates the Battle of Trafalgar. The current architecture was completed in 1845.
This document summarizes information about several famous buildings from around the world, including Notre Dame Cathedral, the Tower of London, the Library of Alexandria, the Coliseum, the Empire State Building, the Sears Tower, and Westminster Abbey. Key details provided on each building include their origins, purposes, architectural features, and places in history.
During the Middle Ages, castles served not only military functions but also as residences for nobles and kings, sometimes becoming fortified palaces. Castles were typically located in strategic high points near water for defense and supply, allowing organization of protecting surrounding villages. In the 16th century, the decline of feudalism and rise of absolutism led nobility to abandon castles for mansions at royal courts. As their military role became obsolete, most castles fell into ruin. The document then describes some common parts of castles like the tower of homage where the lord resided, the chemin de ronde where guards patrolled, and moats and drawbridges that provided defenses.
Medieval castles provided shelter, security, and defense. They were built with strategic defensive structures like moats, drawbridges, and portcullises to keep out invaders. Inside, castles had basic areas like halls for living, kitchens for cooking, chapels for prayer, and towers for various uses including defense, sleeping, and imprisonment. Life in a castle was difficult even for the wealthy, with basic hygiene, little heating, and hard work being daily realities.
Castles were fortified structures built during the Middle Ages predominantly for nobility and royalty. They had features like moats, curtain walls with arrow slits, and keeps for defense. The word "castle" derives from the Latin "castellum" meaning fortified place. Castles served as residences for royalty as well as military defenses. Famous castles include Windsor Castle in England, Cite de Carcassonne in France, Hohensalzburg Castle in Austria, and Malbork Castle in Poland, the largest castle by area.
Tematín Castle is a ruined castle near Piešťany, Slovakia that was built in the 13th century. It was reconstructed in the 16th century by the Thurzó family. According to legend, when Mikuláš Berčéni fled from the imperial army to Poland, he entrusted the castle to his landkeeper Janko, who has guarded it with his dog every night since. Berčéni was forced to leave the castle quickly to avoid the imperial army, and after the castle crew negotiated three days of non-aggression, they surrendered and the castle was destroyed, leaving it in ruins.
Kaub is a town along the Rhine river known for its medieval castle ruins. The town contains well-preserved walls and towers from its historic fortifications. Nearby is the island fortress of Pfalzgrafenstein Castle, built in the 14th century to collect tolls from passing ships. It can only be reached by ferry and gives visitors a sense of what life was like in the Middle Ages without modern amenities. The water levels at Kaub are also an important indicator for navigation on the Rhine.
This document provides information on several landmarks and sites in France, including cities, castles, churches, and gardens. It describes the architectural features and histories of notable structures like Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, Chateau Gaillard, and Monet's house and gardens in Giverny. Battle sites from World War II like Omaha Beach and Pointe du Hoc are also summarized. Major art museums such as the Louvre are discussed, with descriptions of famous works.
This document summarizes landmarks and historical sites in London from ancient to modern times. It describes Stonehenge from the Bronze Age, the Tower of London from the Medieval Age, the founding of the Bank of England in 1694 and the development of Kensington Gardens in the 17th century. In the contemporary age, it discusses Big Ben and the clock tower at the Palace of Westminster, and provides details about Trafalgar Square's commemoration of the Battle of Trafalgar and its redevelopment in the 1820s.
This document provides information about various sights and attractions in London, England. It lists over 20 iconic landmarks and buildings such as Big Ben, London Eye, House of Parliament, Tower Bridge, Buckingham Palace and describes their histories. It also outlines several major museums located in London including the British Museum, Natural History Museum, Victoria and Albert Museum, and Science Museum.
Palace of the grand master of the knights matoHelena Repaská
The Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights of Rhodes is a medieval castle located on the island of Rhodes, Greece. It was originally built as a Byzantine fortress in the 7th century and served as the administrative center and home of the Grand Master when the Knights of Rhodes occupied the island in 1309. The palace was damaged by earthquakes and warfare over the centuries but rebuilt and now serves as a museum exhibiting the history of Rhodes. It features over 150 rooms, many decorated with rare mosaics, and tells the story of the Knights of Rhodes through artifacts and paintings.
Piedmont World Heritage Sites: the Residences of the Royal House of SavoyLuxemburg
The document provides information on several palaces, castles, and residences associated with the House of Savoy in and around Turin, Italy. It describes the architectural history and features of landmarks like the Royal Palace of Turin, the Castle of Venaria, La Mandria Regional Park, Rivoli Castle, and others. It notes that many of these sites were originally constructed as fortifications, hunting lodges, or residences for the Savoy royal family and dukes, and highlights their architectural and historic significance.
French castles evolved over centuries from wooden fortifications in the 10th century to ornate stone palaces by the 15th century Renaissance. Early castles had moats, dirt mounds and wooden walls for protection, later adding layers of stone walls. By the 17th century, castles like Versailles were no longer military fortresses but grand residences for royalty and nobility, with hundreds of rooms, ornate design, and luxurious furnishings. The daily life of a lord and servants within a medieval castle centered around protection, accommodation and supplying food, while later grand palaces like Versailles established strict routines and ceremonies for royalty.
This document provides information about several famous monuments located in London, England. It describes Trafalgar Square, a public square named after the Battle of Trafalgar; Big Ben, the name for the great bell in the clock tower; Tower Bridge, a suspension bridge crossing the River Thames; the London Eye, a 443 foot tall ferris wheel; Buckingham Palace, the London residence of the British monarch; and Westminster Abbey, a gothic abbey that is one of the UK's most notable religious buildings.
Windsor Castle is the largest and oldest occupied castle in the world, originally built by William the Conqueror in the 11th century. The document provides details about visiting Windsor Castle, including viewing the Changing of the Guard on even numbered dates in February and March, excluding Sundays. It recommends strolling through the Covered Market and village, buying souvenirs, and leaving time to explore the castle and alleys before it closes 1 hour and 15 minutes after last admission.
The document summarizes the history and key facts about the Tower of London. It was originally built by William the Conqueror in 1078 as a royal residence and prison. Over the centuries, it housed famous prisoners like Anne Boleyn and Elizabeth I and was also used for executions. Today it remains an important historic site and museum, housing the Crown Jewels and being protected by seven ravens.
Trafalgar Square is a public space in central London known for Nelson's Column and four lion statues. It has been the site of political demonstrations and New Year's Eve celebrations. The name commemorates the Battle of Trafalgar. The current architecture was completed in 1845.
This document summarizes information about several famous buildings from around the world, including Notre Dame Cathedral, the Tower of London, the Library of Alexandria, the Coliseum, the Empire State Building, the Sears Tower, and Westminster Abbey. Key details provided on each building include their origins, purposes, architectural features, and places in history.
During the Middle Ages, castles served not only military functions but also as residences for nobles and kings, sometimes becoming fortified palaces. Castles were typically located in strategic high points near water for defense and supply, allowing organization of protecting surrounding villages. In the 16th century, the decline of feudalism and rise of absolutism led nobility to abandon castles for mansions at royal courts. As their military role became obsolete, most castles fell into ruin. The document then describes some common parts of castles like the tower of homage where the lord resided, the chemin de ronde where guards patrolled, and moats and drawbridges that provided defenses.
Medieval castles provided shelter, security, and defense. They were built with strategic defensive structures like moats, drawbridges, and portcullises to keep out invaders. Inside, castles had basic areas like halls for living, kitchens for cooking, chapels for prayer, and towers for various uses including defense, sleeping, and imprisonment. Life in a castle was difficult even for the wealthy, with basic hygiene, little heating, and hard work being daily realities.
Castles were fortified structures built during the Middle Ages predominantly for nobility and royalty. They had features like moats, curtain walls with arrow slits, and keeps for defense. The word "castle" derives from the Latin "castellum" meaning fortified place. Castles served as residences for royalty as well as military defenses. Famous castles include Windsor Castle in England, Cite de Carcassonne in France, Hohensalzburg Castle in Austria, and Malbork Castle in Poland, the largest castle by area.
Tematín Castle is a ruined castle near Piešťany, Slovakia that was built in the 13th century. It was reconstructed in the 16th century by the Thurzó family. According to legend, when Mikuláš Berčéni fled from the imperial army to Poland, he entrusted the castle to his landkeeper Janko, who has guarded it with his dog every night since. Berčéni was forced to leave the castle quickly to avoid the imperial army, and after the castle crew negotiated three days of non-aggression, they surrendered and the castle was destroyed, leaving it in ruins.
Kaub is a town along the Rhine river known for its medieval castle ruins. The town contains well-preserved walls and towers from its historic fortifications. Nearby is the island fortress of Pfalzgrafenstein Castle, built in the 14th century to collect tolls from passing ships. It can only be reached by ferry and gives visitors a sense of what life was like in the Middle Ages without modern amenities. The water levels at Kaub are also an important indicator for navigation on the Rhine.
This document provides information on several landmarks and sites in France, including cities, castles, churches, and gardens. It describes the architectural features and histories of notable structures like Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, Chateau Gaillard, and Monet's house and gardens in Giverny. Battle sites from World War II like Omaha Beach and Pointe du Hoc are also summarized. Major art museums such as the Louvre are discussed, with descriptions of famous works.
This document summarizes landmarks and historical sites in London from ancient to modern times. It describes Stonehenge from the Bronze Age, the Tower of London from the Medieval Age, the founding of the Bank of England in 1694 and the development of Kensington Gardens in the 17th century. In the contemporary age, it discusses Big Ben and the clock tower at the Palace of Westminster, and provides details about Trafalgar Square's commemoration of the Battle of Trafalgar and its redevelopment in the 1820s.
This document provides information about various sights and attractions in London, England. It lists over 20 iconic landmarks and buildings such as Big Ben, London Eye, House of Parliament, Tower Bridge, Buckingham Palace and describes their histories. It also outlines several major museums located in London including the British Museum, Natural History Museum, Victoria and Albert Museum, and Science Museum.
Palace of the grand master of the knights matoHelena Repaská
The Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights of Rhodes is a medieval castle located on the island of Rhodes, Greece. It was originally built as a Byzantine fortress in the 7th century and served as the administrative center and home of the Grand Master when the Knights of Rhodes occupied the island in 1309. The palace was damaged by earthquakes and warfare over the centuries but rebuilt and now serves as a museum exhibiting the history of Rhodes. It features over 150 rooms, many decorated with rare mosaics, and tells the story of the Knights of Rhodes through artifacts and paintings.
Around the town of Leno in 1820, there were seven wheel-water mills, some public and some private. The public mills were rented out every three years with rent costs depending on annual cereal costs. Millers were required to provide high quality flour and rice, with their work paid as one-fifth of the harvest rather than money. The mills are listed in the Napoleonic terrier document, with some mills later demolished or converted to other uses while street names still reference the earlier presence of mills.
The document summarizes the activities of children from the Blue School Complex related to their vegetable garden project over time. The children helped prepare the garden, plant various vegetables and herbs, care for the plants, and later harvest and use their produce to make jams, teas, and salads. They shared what they grew with other schools and taught other students about their garden project.
Partecipazione della classe 2^ D Cat dell'I.I.S. Vincenzo Capirola al pogetto didattico 2013-14 "Dall'archivio, alla scuola, al territorio". Insegnante Manuela Tebaldini
Partecipazione della classe 2^ D Cat dell'I.I.S. Vincenzo Capirola al progetto didattico 2013-14 "Dall'archivio alla scuola, al territorio". Insegnanti Milena Moneta, Graziella Freddi, Violeta Piria.
Una ricerca confronto sulla vita dei ragazzi della campagna lenese di cinquanta e oltre anni fa.
Progetto didattico condotto dalla prof. Giuliana Robazzi con la classe 1^ G dell'Istituto Comprensivo di Leno, Scuola Secondaria di primo grado
Partecipazione della classe 2^ D Cat dell'I.I.S. Vincenzo Capirola al progetto didattico 2013-14 "Dall'archivio alla scuola, al territorio". Insegnanti Milena Moneta, Graziella Freddi, Violeta Piria.
Partecipazione della classe 2^ D Cat dell'I.I.S. Vincenzo Capirola al progetto didattico 2013-14 "Dall'archivio alla scuola, al territorio". Insegnanti Milena Moneta, Graziella Freddi, Violeta Piria.
Partecipazione della classe 2^ D Cat dell'I.I.S. Vincenzo Capirola al progetto didattico 2013-14 "Dall'archivio alla scuola, al territorio". Insegnanti Milena Moneta, Graziella Freddi, Violeta Piria. Questa presentazione contiene link di collegamento ad altre presentazioni non riproducibili in automatico nel web; sono comunque consultabili separatamente
Atlas of historical buildings - Europe Culture Huntmihincaulucian
The document provides information about several historical fortresses and castles located across Europe. It describes the Anadolu Fortress in Turkey, built in 1395 by Yıldırım Beyazıt to control the Bosphorus. It also discusses the Rumeli Fortress built opposite the Anadolu Fortress to prevent attacks from the north. Further, it summarizes details about the Khotyn Fortress in Ukraine, an important tourist site and the location of a significant historical battle. Additional fortresses mentioned include the Montalcino Fortress in Italy and the fortress of Tossa de Mar in Spain.
The document discusses medieval castles and their architecture and defenses. It provides examples of Gothic and Renaissance castles in England. Castles evolved from wooden structures surrounded by dirt mounds in the early medieval period to stone structures with thick walls, turrets, and moats by the 12th century. It describes the typical parts of castles including keeps, great halls, armories, and defenses like crenelations, murder holes, and portcullises. Castles served as fortified homes for nobility and centers of governance and protection in the absence of strong central governments during the medieval period.
Castles were fortified structures built across Europe during the Middle Ages for protection from enemies. They were constructed by wealthy nobles and lords to house their families and workers. While initially made from dirt, timber, and stone, castles evolved over 900 years into large fortresses with multiple defenses against sieges. The advent of gunpowder in the 14th century diminished their military effectiveness, leading to the end of widespread castle construction.
Castle towns originated around fortresses built during the Muromachi period for protection, with towns developing around castles inhabited by daimyo, samurai, and merchants. As military technology advanced, large central castles replaced scattered fortifications, becoming centers of government administration and economic activity. Castle architecture evolved over time, incorporating materials, construction techniques, and defenses designed to withstand attacks, while interiors featured artistic embellishments befitting the elite residents.
1. During the Middle Ages after the fall of the Roman Empire in the 5th century, cities in Western Europe became much smaller fortified settlements of around 15,000 inhabitants or less with an agricultural focus and few public buildings. They were designed to be easily defended from attacks.
2. Medieval cities functioned as fortified refuges surrounded by agricultural and forest lands. They also served as local market towns for their inhabitants and nearby peasants.
3. Boroughs originally referred to fortified castles built by feudal lords to defend their territory, but over time houses were built around these fortresses for security and merchants and craftsmen who paid lower taxes.
Castles served an important defensive purpose during times of conflict in feudal Europe. They typically included several key features such as a moat to prevent intruders, a drawbridge to control entry, thick curtain walls to withstand siege weapons, a gatehouse with defenses like murder holes, towers for lookouts and prisoners, and an interior with buildings for living, working, worshipping, and more. These parts worked together to make castles secure fortresses that protected medieval lords and their people.
The document provides information on Khmer cities, including Angkor Wat, in Cambodia from the 9th to 15th centuries. It discusses the urban layout and defensive structures of Khmer cities, with an emphasis on Angkor Wat. Some key points:
- Khmer cities were centered around important Hindu or Buddhist temples and enclosed by walls (enceintes) and moats for defensive purposes. Angkor Wat had a 15-foot high laterite wall and wide moat.
- Angkor Wat served not only religious functions but also took on a defensive role later in its history, between the 13th-17th centuries, when wooden structures were added to the walls.
- Khmer society was organized
Castles served as fortified homes for lords and provided protection during times of war. They were built with thick walls atop high ground and surrounded by a deep moat. Battlements along the walls allowed soldiers to move safely during battles and included arrowslits. The defensive tower was used to direct battle plans. Entry was controlled through the raised drawbridge and lowered portcullis. Within the castle, the lord's family lived in the tall keep tower, where important events such as celebrations and legal proceedings occurred in the great hall.
Manors, castles, and palaces played an important cultural role in Lithuania in the 13th century. The oldest surviving castles in Lithuania date back to the Gothic and Renaissance periods and were built as residences for rulers and nobles. Many manors from the 19th century also remain showcasing architectural styles from Classicism, Romanticism, and Historicism. Some residences were updated or rebuilt in the 20th century. Important historical sites include Rokiškis Manor from the 16th century, Biržai Castle, Astravas Manor, Pakruojis Manor, Salos Manor, Taujėnai Manor, Šešuolėliai
The document provides a summary of Komárno, a city in southwest Slovakia on the banks of the Váh and Danube rivers. It describes some of the city's landmarks and history, including its European Yard, St. Andreas Cathedral which collapsed several times due to earthquakes, and the Komárno Fortress which played an important role in the region's defense. The fortress withstood attacks from the Ottoman Empire and Napoleon's army. The document also briefly mentions the Danube Museum and the Zichy Palace in the city.
The Lanza Castle of Trabia was an imposing castle that dominated the country since the 16th century, built near a fresh spring in an earthly paradise setting. It was destroyed in 1517 during a rebellion but later rebuilt. In the 18th century, the Prince transformed it into a business with industries like textiles and fishing. Now owned by the Lanza family, it shows large terraces with views but lies in decay due to decades of neglect, with the interior subjected to theft. If restored, it could have extraordinary tourist appeal for its history and architecture in a rare seaside location.
Castles were built during the Middle Ages to protect kings and queens from enemies. They were surrounded by moats and located near rivers for defense. Castles had thick stone walls, small windows, and great halls where the lord lived and entertained guests. Towns developed around castles for protection. Society was divided into classes like kings, knights, townspeople including merchants and craftspeople, and peasants. Merchants sold goods in markets and belonged to guilds that regulated their trades.
Castles evolved over time during the Middle Ages as attackers developed new siege techniques. Early castles like motte and bailey constructions in the 9th century used wood and earth but were vulnerable to fire or decay. Later castles from the 12th-13th century used improved building methods and stone construction to better defend against attackers, replacing vulnerable wooden walls and structures. Key parts of these stronger castles included curtain walls, towers, keeps for housing the lord and family, and defenses like moats and machicolations for dropping objects on invaders.
A fuller History of London. Starting from the Romans, Saxons, Vikings, Medieval times, Tudors, Stuarts, Plague, Great Fire of London, Georgians, Victorians, Golden age, Industrial revolution and to the 20th century
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presentazione del lavoro svolto dalla classe 2 A della scuola primaria di Castelletto di Leno in merito al "progetto archivio" dell'a.s. 2018-19: "Conosco il mio paese: gli edifici di Castelletto oggi e ieri", insegnanti Veronica Migliorati, Erika Mezzini, Valeria Aliprandi.
presentazione del lavoro della classe IV B della scuola primaria di Castelletto, iniziata nell'anno scolastico 2018-18 e conclusa nell'a.s. 2018-19. Insegnante Simona Fornari
Per rispondere all'interesse e alle curiosità emerse dai bambini/e con il racconto della “Leggenda di Re Desiderio” durante la realizzazione del calendario e dalla visita al sito archeologico di Villa Badia.
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Christian devotion is witnessed by small country churches and chapels scattered throughout the countryside around Leno. Many were built and maintained by the Benedictine Abbey of Leno or local parishes, and were used for certain festivals or periods. Some notable country churches that are worth visiting include Santi Nazzaro e Celso and San Bernardo. Smaller chapels like San Pietro in Calver and Santa Scolastica are also nice to see. The chapel of Santa Maria del Caravaggio invites passersby to stop and pray. Other religious buildings from the 1940s include a church dedicated to the Ascension of Mary and an altar dedicated to Santa Maria Ausiliatrice.
This document discusses the Boschetto Pozzone park in Leno, Italy. It provides a history of the park, noting it was planted in 2005 and inaugurated in 2006, originally with picnic tables and benches. Over 10 years the park has become overgrown with various plants but is now neglected with rubbish. The document calls for revaluing the area due to its relaxing environment and plant diversity, and suggests cleaning up and adding a fishing area. It also lists regulations for the park such as prohibiting fires or damaging plants, and allows activities like picnics.
2. Description
The term "castle" is probably derived
from " castellum " Roman ,
designating minor fortifications
located along the borders of the
empire.
In the Middle Ages the castle
instead becomes the private
residence of a feudal lord , and the
center of its economic activities
and the basis of his soldiers. From
the castle, the lord administered
justice , emanated laws and
collected taxes, militarily
controlled his territory and took
refuge to protect themselves in
case of attack .
3. Structure
The first castles were quite simple , often consisting of a few houses,
a large space surrounded by a wooden palisade. The wooden
palisades were replaced by stone walls, even 2-3 meters thick, more
resistant to fire and attacks of the war machines. Often they were
fitted with guard towers, from which the soldiers of the lord could
defend themselves in case of siege. The walls protected the keep and
the inhabited nucleus , which included the building of the lord and
his family, home and the homes of the soldiers , the chapel,
warehouses and common services. The keep was the heart of the
medieval castle : it was the most impressive and durable tower of
the castle, within which the defenders retreated when the rest of the
castle fell into enemy hands , and hosted the banquet hall and
rooms private gentleman.
4.
5. Function
One of the fundamental purposes of a castle was to protect its
occupants in the event of an attack, and that's why they used
various tricks, such as the moat with a drawbridge, loopholes from
which archers could aim at the enemies without being hit, inputs
protected by iron gates. Almost all the castles were also fitted with a
well, essential supply of water in case of siege. Dating back, with the
introduction of guns and firearms, the castle began to lose the dual
function of strength and stately home. Many medieval castles were
thus abandoned, replaced by strong or used for other purposes, and
the term "castle" came to denote the luxurious country houses of
the gentry.
6. In the tenth century with the arrival of the Hungarians, the Abbot of Leno strengthens the
core town and the Abbey building a structure that becomes a visual symbol of the power of
Dominus : Castrum . In the tenth and in the eleventh century, rises the market ,the district
habitatores converge towards the castellum because , in addition to housing facilities , craft
activities and those for the preservation of the products of the earth ,. Everything takes
place under the control of the Monastery that is a guarantee of growth , security and
defense policy in a period of great uncertainty.
The invisible Leno castle
7. Leno castle was located in the town
center (via Castello) was a
medieval castle. It was a castle -
fortress , surrounded by a moat.
The inhabitants during the
invasions or in times of danger
took refuge inside the castle.
In 1600 the City of Leno , for lack of
necessary funds for the renovation
of the castle and the monastery , it
alloud the population to use the
stones to build houses and the
remains. Today the castle remains
are not visible but the town
planning was influence by its
presence, even though the center of
the town is modeled structurally
the plant.