Ancient palace for sale located in the municipality of Carpignano Salentino. The building occupies a large surface area and is made up of 18 rooms and other rooms which are also part of the property. It develops on two fronts, on one side on a road that leads to the historic center and on the other on a large square. The property has multiple entrances on both sides. An imposing balcony, with columns and a ceiling enriched with frescoes, dominates the main facade overlooking the square. The rooms, with architectural characteristics typical of the area, have vaulted ceilings and some have frescoes and decorations, enriched by the presence of some fireplaces. Some rooms dug into the rock were used as an oil mill in ancient times. A staircase leads to the beautiful terrace, characterized by several levels, from which you can enjoy a view of the town and furthermore, on clear northerly days, it is possible to admire the sea and the mountains of Albania. The town of Carpignano Salentino is about 25 kilometers from Lecce and 15 kilometers from Otranto, while the closest seaside town is Torre Sant’Andrea which is 13 kilometers away. The presence of man in this place dates back to ancient times; evidence of this is the presence of some menhirs, such as the Grassi menhir and the Croce Grande menhir, as well as the presence of a tomb in the historic center of the town dating back to the Neolithic.A prestigious property for sale in a place where history is lost in the mists of time.
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Plan of the Palace
