A village in Italy is for sale? Yes, you heard it right. You can buy an entire castle and an Italian village. The price? It is ₹16 crores. Recently, this castle in Serravalle, Italy went up on sale for approximately $2 million. Let’s find out what is so special about this property of Serravalle.
Palace, Castle, And Little Hamlet Of Italy
Situated in the Northern Emilia Romagna region of Italy, this small fairytale place is a medieval village. The exact location of the property is between Bologna and Modena in the Northern province. Moreover, the castle is of great significance. Charlemagne came as a guest before becoming the emperor. The property was always the centre of some conflict or territorial feuds. Also, it was of strategic and military importance. In the 12th century, the place was a matter of conquest for Bologna and Modena.
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Live The Fairytale Life In The Italian village
The castle is in good condition and basic amenities are available with central heating. Although, the place needs a little repairing. There are nearly forty residents living in the village. The place also has a tavern with a wine museum and a church that has fresco paintings. The entrance has a coat of arms. It is also adorned with statues to greet visitors. This place gives you the feel of the rural life of Italy.
According to Paolo Giacopini, the location between the two cities is of strategic importance. He further added the surrounding vineyards add to its beauty. In order to avoid any radical changes, the place is under the supervision of the authority of the regional art.
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The estate is currently a rental property for gatherings or celebrations and other purposes. There is no mention of the owners of this beautiful place but they are unable to manage the property.
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First Published: December 16, 2022 5:09 PM