The Castle of Oria, located in the charming town of Oria in Italy, is a historic landmark that dates back to the 13th century. This impressive fortress has stood the test of time and continues to attract visitors from all over the world with its stun...

In 1750 the then bishop of Oria demolished the 13th-century Romanesque cathedral that stood previously on the site, which had been left unsafe by the earthquake of February 20, 1743. Two columns from the old church were purchased for 8000 ducats for ...