Heritage: Roisan

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Rhins Stronghold

Castles and towers  -  Roisan

This stronghold dates back to the 12the century and dominated the small fiefdom of the bishop of Aosta.
The building has long been converted into a rural residence, but its architectural structure preserves the appearance of a stronghold.

Parish Church of San Vittore

Churches and shrines  -  Roisan

Location: dominates the town from an elevated position.

History: the church dates back to the XV century. The bell-tower was probably built on a pre-existing tower.

Interesting details: the facade represents St. Victor, a Roman soldier and martyr of the Theban Legion, to which the parish church is dedicated; another statue of the same name, of considerable artistic value, was recently restored and temporarily displayed in the Museum of Aosta Cathedral, which waiting for the parish Museum of Sacred Art to be completed.

Taken from: “La Valpelline. Storia, natura, itinerari.” Kosmos Editions