CASTELLO RUSPOLI

AN ITALIAN HERITAGE

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The Castello Ruspoli, in the town of Vignanello, Lazio, Italy, is a perfect example of Italian Heritage.

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In 1531, Pope Clement VII awarded the town of Vignanello as a fief to the Farnese family, and they became the first count and countess of Vignanello.

The Renaissance Garden was created in 1611 and is considered one of the most important gardens in Italy. Marcantonio Marescotti, the 3rd Earl of Vignanello and Parrano, was married to Ottavia Orsini, who planned the Renaissance garden, including the central fountain. The name Ruspoli comes from an ancient Florentine family that moved to Siena and was united with the Marescotti family in 1704.

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The garden still stands and is one of the best-preserved examples of the Italian Renaissance, providing a perfect location for many feature films.

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Castello Ruspoli

The Garden of Ruspoli

Vignanello (Italy)