Switzerland: Three Castles, Defensive Wall and Ramparts of the Market-Town of Bellinzona

The Bellinzona site consists of a group of fortifications grouped around the castle of Castelgrande, which stands on a rocky peak looking out over the entire Ticino valley. Running from the castle, a series of fortified walls protect the ancient town and block the passage through the valley. A second castle (Montebello) forms an integral part of the fortifications, while a third but separate castle (Sasso Corbaro) was built on an isolated rocky promontory south-east of the other fortifications. Source:whc.unesco.org

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Postcard 1 : Castle Grande, Bellinzona

Thanks to Ms Ania.

Postcard 2: Defensive Wall

Thanks to Mr Oscar.