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Italy. Region of Lombardy. City of Milan. The Sforza Castle (Castello Sforzesco) This castle is located in the center of the old town. It was built in the 15th century by Francesco Sforza, Duke of Milan, on the remains of an older fortification. It was rebuilt and enlarged several times. Now it is one of the largest citadels in Europe. Extensively rebuilt by architect Luca Beltrami from 1891 to 1905, it houses several museums and art collections.