Rocca Scaligera - Sirmione, Lombardy, Italy
N 45° 29.492 E 010° 36.499
32T E 625671 N 5038813
Sirmione is a comune in the province of Brescia, in Lombardy (northern Italy). The Scaliger Castle (13th century) is located here, including a rare example of medieval port fortification, which were used by the Scaliger fleet.
Waymark Code: WMHC07
Location: Lombardia, Italy
Date Posted: 06/22/2013
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The main historical landmark of Sirmione is the so-called Grotto of Catullus (Grotte di Catullo), the most striking example of a Roman private edifice discovered in northern Italy. The edifice had a rectangular plan and measured 167 x 105 m. The town is famous for its thermal springs.
Name of Source Book: 1,000 Places to See Before you Die, 2003
Page Location in Source Book: 204
Type of Waymark: Site
Location of Coordinates: Landmark
Cost of Admission (Parks, Museums, etc.): 4.00 (listed in local currency)
List Available Hours, Dates, Season:
Tu - Sun 8.30am - 7pm
Official Tourism Website: [Web Link]
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