Another leg : The Aymavilles castle , which was erected around the 12th century on a low hill descending towards the Dora River . It was rebuilt between the 14th and 15th centuries and equipped with 4 powerful cylindrical corner towers . In the early 1800 ' s , the old defensive structures were knocked down and the manor was transformed into an elegant residence , as it was given that unique appearance that anticipated the rococò style in the Valley .
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Complete this circuit by visiting the Sarriod de la Tour castle in the flat area home to orchards , in the town of Saint-Pierre . It ' s protected by an extensive wall in a charming position high above the Dora River .
This manor ' s architecture is complex and it comprises several buildings dating back to different eras . Don ' t miss the marvellous spiral staircase in the tower ( viret ), 13th-century frescoes in the chapel and the Sala delle Teste , the official room for receiving guests whose ceiling is upheld by 171 corbels carved in grotesque shapes .
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