The castle of Sammezzano is a rare example of eclectic and Moorish architecture in Europe. In the second half of the 19th century this former medieval castle was transformed into a fine example of the orientalist fashion of the Marchese Ferdinando Panciatichi Ximenes d'Aragona. Ferdinando was influenced by several oriental trends, with an emphasis on two specific styles: Arabic-Moorish, with its white "interwoven ropes" of stucco, and Indo-Persian, characterized by strong polychromatic colors. After the Second World War, the castle became a luxury hotel. However, the site has been uninhabited and neglected for more than 25 years because the ownership remained uncertain. As a result, broken windows have remained unchanged and leaking roofs have not been repaired, which in turn led to serious water damage and major deterioration of the building's structure. The lack of security exposed the site to thefts and vandalism.
Roman Robroek is a photographer who captures forgotten places around the world. In particular, he is focused on creating stunning pho-tos of abandoned locations, rich with wonder, mystery and unanswered questions.
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