HISTORICAL OUTLINE

The castle was originally built by Charles of Anjou in 1279, who fulfilled the defensive needs of the city and gave it an edifice worthy of a capital city. To do this, he commissioned Italian and foreign artists and achitects, such as Pierre de Chaul who participated in most of the project. During Robert of Anjou's Reign, famous artists, such as Giotto and Boccaccio were guests at the castle. The current appearance of Maschio Angioino is from the 15th Century, when it was rebuilt by King Alfonso V of Aragona, following a project by G. Sagrera.

Look at the model

Model created through a photograhic technique

on a scale of 1: 850

Size 20x20 cm for a height of 6 cm

33 cut out pieces

cardboard base

instructions and historical outline

Detail of the Loggia Grande

The entrance

The majestic victory arch which reflects the passage from Gothic to Renaissance art is by Laurana. It was constructed between the middle tower and the guard tower and celebrates the King's entrance into the city of Naples.

Torre dell'Oro (golden tower)

The only one among the castle's five towers that was built in tufa.

Detail of the plan