Towers and historic buildings
Over the years Bologna has been called “the Towered”, a term that comes from the Latin turritus, meaning surrounded and fortified with towers. Between the 12th and 13th centuries, more than a hundred towers stood in the city, some built for military purposes, others erected to display the influence and power of the noble families.
towers and historic buildings
Bologna the Towered and its medieval buildings
A city rich in history and wrapped in timeless charm, Bologna holds a treasure trove of historical and architectural curiosities. Besides its famous medieval towers, there are many buildings that recall its development, from the first seat of the Alma Mater to the modern buildings that dot its landscape.
