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Spectacular view of the width of the Tagliamento River and Pinzano Bridge. See Koomot Route ConLoZaino By Romano Paludgnach crest of Monte di Ragogna from the Alpine Church Park Car with ascent from Muris

One of the oldest and most significant historical buildings in the center. The history of this loggia dates back to 1441, when the decision was made to build a new town hall. Over the years, the building was repeatedly expanded and restored and rebuilt after several destructions. Fortunately, the beautiful Venetian style has always been preserved.

The Loggia del Lionello is one of the most striking buildings in Udine – a Venetian-Gothic gem that combines history, architecture, and urban symbolism. Architecture & Origin Built: From 1448, based on a proposal by Nicolò Savorgnan to create a representative seat for the city council. Namesake: Nicolò Lionello, a goldsmith and city councilor who oversaw construction. Style: Venetian Gothic – with characteristic pointed arches, trifora, and a façade pattern of pink and white stone. Location: Directly on Piazza Libertà, opposite the Clock Tower and the Tempietto di San Giovanni – an ensemble that forms the centerpiece of Udine. Special Features Facade: Ten pointed arches on the ground floor, above which is a central loggia with a balcony and flanking trifora. Decoration: Coat of arms of the city of Udine and reliefs depicting religious scenes such as the Annunciation. Pentafora: On the north side – with finely crafted stone medallions and figures of the Evangelists. 🔥 Destruction & Reconstruction 1511 & 1876: Two devastating fires destroyed large parts of the loggia. Reconstruction: Reconstructed in the 19th century, closely adhering to the original Gothic form. 🕰️ Function & Significance Historically: Seat of the city council and symbol of local self-government.

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A beautifully preserved medieval castle perched on a small hill. The buildings adjacent to the castle also reflect the Middle Ages very well. A visit is like a journey back in time.

You cross the small village of Godia to reach the tower park

The Castello d'Arcano Superiore, magnificently preserved and still inhabited, still has something magical about it today due to the isolated site where it was built. It originally stood near the small church of San Mauro, on the banks of the Corno. For defensive and strategic reasons, it was later rebuilt in the place where it still stands today. The structural expansions probably date back to the 13th century. It is certain that from the 12th century it belonged to the Tricano family, hereditary marshals and gonfalonieri of the Patriarch of Aquileia. The castle still presents its suggestive medieval appearance today, with the crenellated Guelph curtain walls, the characteristic double tower and the mighty keep with, at the top, an elegant row of late Romanesque mullioned windows. Inside there is a small room frescoed by Andrea Urbani and various rooms with fireplaces and portals created by Raffaello de' Raffaelli. Info and visits Castle can be visited internally for groups through the visit office of the Consortium for the Safeguarding of the Historic Castles of Friuli Venezia Giulia. Curiosity Castle d'Arcano was the scene of a mysterious event that occurred in the 17th century, which saw Francesco d'Arcano stab his wife to death out of jealousy, who was found walled up at the beginning of the 20th century during restoration work. www.consorziocastelli.it

The Castello d'Arcano Superiore, magnificently preserved and still inhabited, still has something magical about it today due to the isolated site where it was built. It originally stood near the small church of San Mauro, on the banks of the Corno. For defensive and strategic reasons it was later rebuilt in the place where it still stands today. The structural expansions probably date back to the 13th century. It is certain that from the 12th century it belonged to the Tricano family, hereditary marshals and gonfalonieri of the Patriarch of Aquileia. The castle still presents its suggestive medieval appearance today, with the crenellated Guelph curtains, the characteristic double tower and the mighty keep with, at the top, an elegant row of late Romanesque mullioned windows. Inside there is a small room frescoed by Andrea Urbani and various rooms with fireplaces and portals created by Raffaello de' Raffaelli. Info and visits The castle can be visited internally for groups through the visit office of the Consortium for the Safeguarding of the Historic Castles of Friuli Venezia Giulia. Curiosity The Castello d'Arcano was the scene of a mysterious event that occurred in the 17th century, which saw Francesco d'Arcano stab his wife to death out of jealousy, who was found walled up at the beginning of the 20th century during restoration work. www.consorziocastelli.it