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Italy's little city that was the medieval answer to NYC before its giant towers collapsed
Between the 12th and 13th centuries, just over 900 years ago, Bologna in northern Italy was a city full of towers, earning it the nickname of the "Manhattan of the Middle Ages". Almost all were ...
Italy holidaymakers warned of 'red zone' around iconic landmark after surge in crime
Authorities have declared a 'red zone' around a popular holiday destination in Italy due to surging crime rates ...
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In Pisa, Find Italian Wonders Beyond the Leaning Tower
The over 180-foot tall tower, which sits at around four ... visitors to witness the aristocratic past of this city. Typical for this part of Italy and for cities of this age, you’ll find the ...
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A 'Leaning Tower' in Italy Might Collapse—and It Isn’t in Pisa
Authorities in the Italian city of Bologna said they will spend almost $5 million to secure the Garisenda Tower over fears the 12th century structure could collapse. Photo: Jennifer Lorenzini/Reuters ...
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Can Italy save Torre Garisenda from collapsing, like it did with the Leaning Tower of Pisa?
In a strange turn of events, Italy's Torre Garisenda has become ... century during a prosperous era for the northern city, the 48 m Garisenda tower began its tilt two centuries later, which ...