Torre Grossa
Torre Grossa is the tallest tower in San Gimignano, with 54 m (177 ft 2 in).[1][2] It is one of the best known of Tuscany's medieval towers.[3] It was built in 1310.[4]
| Torre Grossa | |
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 Torre Grossa and Collegiate Church of San Gimignano in the piazza del Duomo. | |
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| General information | |
| Location | San Gimignano |
| Town or city | Toscana |
| Country | Italy |
| Coordinates | 43°28′3.46″N 11°2′34.45″E |
| Construction started | 1311 |
| Owner | Ardinghelli family |
| Height | 54 m (177 ft 2 in) |
References
- DK Travel (2 May 2016). Family Guide Italy. Dorling Kindersley Ltd. p. 200. ISBN 9780241278383.
- Lafferty 2011, p. 204.
- Lafferty 2011, p. 32.
- Lafferty 2011, p. 203.
Bibliography
- Lafferty, Samantha (1 December 2011). Turkey Travel Adventures. Hunter Publishing, Inc. p. 645. ISBN 9781588436856.CS1 maint: ref=harv (link)
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