Torrechiara

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Borgo del Castello, 1, 43013 Torrechiara, Langhirano PR, Italy

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N44° 39' 20" E10° 16' 25"   (44.655555555556, 10.273611111111) Start navigation »

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Torrechiara is a frazione of the comune of Langhirano, in the province of Parma, northern Italy. It is especially known for its massive castle, built by Pier Maria II de' Rossi (1413-1482), count of San Secondo, between 1448 and 1460.
The building was thought not only as a defensive structure, but also as mansion for the count's lover, Bianca Pellegrini, for which a famous hall, the Camera d'Oro ("Golden Chamber") was built with decorations by Benedetto Bembo, sibling of Bonifacio Bembo.
Scenes of the 1985 film Ladyhawke were shot at the castle.

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