Tower of Chia
Italian director Pier Paolo Pasolini fell in love with this lonely 13th-century tower while making his most famous film.

πŸ“œ Lonely 13th-century tower in the scenic woods and waterfalls of Fosso Castello, Viterbo. A significant retreat for Italian director Pier Paolo Pasolini, it was originally a lookout and part of a fortress built on ancient Etruscan structures.

Why Go

🎬 Explore a key filming location for Pier Paolo Pasolini's 'The Gospel According to Matthew'.
🏞️ Discover beautiful landscapes, waterfalls, and old watermills.
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Hike trails around the site and to nearby historical ruins, including the pyramid in Bomarzo.
🏰 See a tower with a rich history, once owned by powerful Roman families.

Why Avoid

πŸšͺ Interior seldom open to the public.

πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking Reached on foot, just off the Ortana provincial road.

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