San Pietro in Cerro
Discover the Castle of San Pietro in Cerro
Hello everyone! Today I want to talk to you about the Castle of San Pietro in Cerro, an ancient fortified complex located in the countryside of the lower val d'Arda, between the cities of Piacenza and Cremona.
A bit of history
The castle was built in 1491 by Bartolomeo Barattieri, son of Francesco, a scholar of law and ambassador, on a pre-existing building from the XIII century. The Barattieri family retained possession of the castle as a country residence for almost five hundred years.
Structure
The castle's structure, entirely built of bricks, has a quadrangular floor plan with an internal courtyard. It is possible to admire a double fifteenth-century loggia that makes the castle's atmosphere even more suggestive. Two cylindrical towers protrude from the northern corners, while the entrance is protected by the keep, which still bears the signs of the drawbridge.
The Museum in Motion
In this ancient castle, we also find an exhibition space on the upper floor, the "Museum in Motion," which hosts an important collection of contemporary art works by Italian and international artists. In particular, emphasis is given to the art of Piacenza, with works by important artists such as Mario Giacomelli, Giuseppe Cane, Enrico Baj, and Piero Gilardi.
Bibliography and external links
For those interested in learning more about the history of the castle, various bibliographic sources and further online resources are available.
Conclusion
The Castle of San Pietro in Cerro is a suggestive destination for those who want to discover the charm of medieval history in Italy and admire important contemporary artworks. Don't miss the chance to visit!
