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Its most striking architectural features the Rocca
which belonged to the Manfredi family,
who were the Lords of Faenza, and later to Caesar
Borgia, the Venetians and the Pope.
It stands on an area which is said to have been inhabited in ancient
times. Legend has it that the church
of S. Giovanni in Ottavo
was built at the behest of Galla Placidia
- daughter of Theodosius,
the last roman emperor, and sister, wife and mother of emperors
- on a temple of Jupiter Ammon.
The ideal place for a relaxing therapeutic stay- Its waters are
particularly suitable for treatment of the respiratory tract -
Brisighella offers those
who want an entirely serene vacation all the charm of its medieval
setting, the remarkable Antica Via del
Borgo, elevated and porticated, and its historical
buildings.
If you like trekking you can immerse yourself in the natural beauties
of the Carnè Park,
the base of excursions to the Chalk Vein
and the Tanaccia Grotto complex
and for others walks in search of thousand wonders of Appennine
flora and fauna.
A
big attraction is the Medieval Festival
event held each year in June-July, reviving the fascination
of ancient local mediaeval plays, all of it enriched by a vast
assortment of touristy and cultural initiatives.
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