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Gorizia Castle
Castello di Gorizia
Italy
Gorizia Castle
Coordinates45°56′40″N 13°37′40″E / 45.9444°N 13.6278°E / 45.9444; 13.6278
TypeMedieval fortress
Site information
OwnerCommune of Gorizia
Open to
the public
Yes
Site history
Built11th century

Gorizia Castle is an Italian fortification dating to the 11th century on the hill which dominates the city of Gorizia, Italy, from which it takes its name. The medieval House of Gorizia was named after the castle.

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