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Few kilometers before Cintoia watching the
entrance of the valley of the River Sezzate rises what once was the
mighty Mugnana Castle. Although the origin of the most ancient parts
go back to the 12th century, its today's aspect has been altered by
the transformation in villa-farm. In the castle was signed the peace
between Florence and other neighboring communes, birth of the 'League
of Tuscany,' in 1198. The Keep and the building curtain set by the side
of the main gate, with part of the battlement still intact, have still
a medieval aspect. The castle is private and can be rented for ceremonies.
To me has happened recently to visit the interior, guest for a
marriage, and I have been able to admire the splendid courtyard in Gothic
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