Secrets of the abandoned Moorish castle in Tuscany

The Castello de Samazzano, a Moorish castle built in 1605, has been empty for over two decades. It features 365 uniquely designed rooms, reflecting a Moroccan style. Once a luxury hotel, it closed in the early 1990s. In 2013, a local non-profit began raising awareness for its preservation, organizing rare public openings despite not owning the property.

What is unique about the number of rooms in the Castello de Samazzano?

• The rooms are all identical in design.

• There are no rooms in the castle.

• There are 365 rooms, one for each day of the year.

• Each room is named after a famous historical figure.

What style is the Castello de Samazzano known for?

• Baroque

• Gothic

• Moroccan

• Renaissance

What was the Castello de Samazzano used for before it closed in the early 1990s?

• A museum and art gallery

• A government building

• A luxury hotel, restaurant, and bar

• A private residence

When was the local non-profit committee founded to help the castle?

• In 1990

• In 2000

• In 2013

• In 2020

What is the main goal of the local non-profit committee regarding the castle?

• To purchase the castle

• To raise awareness and promote public openings

• To convert it into a museum

• To demolish the castle