Rich in historical details, such as an ancient well of Arab architecture, Baglio Oneto was built in the late 18th century and is surrounded by the fertile countryside of Marsala, a few minutes from Trapani, the medieval town of Erice and the Lagoon Nature Reserve enclosing Mozia and Saline. The name comes from Baglio Balarm (home fortress), indicating those houses built in defense from pirate attacks, but also from the Latin ballium, courtyard surrounded by tall buildings or walls. Oneto is the surname of the family owners, who are descendants from the Consul of Genoa Odonetto, which have roots that date back to 1300. 
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Thursday, September 3, 2015
Baglio Oneto
Rich in historical details, such as an ancient well of Arab architecture, Baglio Oneto was built in the late 18th century and is surrounded by the fertile countryside of Marsala, a few minutes from Trapani, the medieval town of Erice and the Lagoon Nature Reserve enclosing Mozia and Saline. The name comes from Baglio Balarm (home fortress), indicating those houses built in defense from pirate attacks, but also from the Latin ballium, courtyard surrounded by tall buildings or walls. Oneto is the surname of the family owners, who are descendants from the Consul of Genoa Odonetto, which have roots that date back to 1300. 
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