The Polygon Tower - Milan, Italy
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member RakeInTheCache
N 45° 27.909 E 009° 10.719
32T E 513965 N 5034640
It was emperor Maximian that, at the end of the III century A.D., decided to enlarge the city walls, in which this extraordinary polygonal tower, with 24 faces, was included. It is now located on the grounds of the Archeology Museum.
Waymark Code: WMHN8A
Location: Lombardia, Italy
Date Posted: 07/26/2013
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member fi67
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Frescoes can still be seen in its inner walls, dating back to the XV century, when the tower was transformed into a chapel inside the monastery.
Most Relevant Historical Period: Roman Empire > 27 B.C.

Admission Fee: €2.00

Opening days/times:
Tuesday to Sunday : 9:00 - 17:30

Web Site: [Web Link]

Condition: Completely intact or reconstructed
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