The Castle of Torraca

Castle Ceremony in the hill town of Torraca

The term Torraca presumably derives from Torre de Jaco, a man who lived in Torraca in past centuries. They know little of its origins; they seem to date back to centuries. X A.D. and can be attributed to the Greek roots. The baronial castle stands on top of the town which develops around the village, it occupies a surface area of ​​520 square meters, plus a garden of about 344 square meters. The garden is surrounded by crenellated walls with two towers. This Castle, was owned by different dynasties: Gambacorta, Palamolla, and today by the town hall.  The castle retains a severe and majestic character determined by high crenellated walls that rises without chromatic continuity, from the underlying rock. It was built in the sixteenth century on the remains of an early medieval castle.
There are 3 spots to have a civil or symbolic wedding ceremony (Castle Turrets, Small Chapel or  in the Ancient Courtyard):
 

1. Ceremony outside on the Castle Turrets overlooking the town.   This is an option for small weddings – up to 20 people.   Standing only, no chairs
2. Ceremony in the small chapel -  up to 10 people – standing only, no chairs.
3. Ceremony In the Ancient Courtyard of the Castle (no view).  This area is great for Larger weddings.  We can get up to 40 chairs in this area

 


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