Torri dei Salvucci

The Salvucci Towers consist of two rectangular stone structures rising from Piazza delle Erbe, featuring small windows and ground-level gates with stone lintels.

During the 13th century, the Salvucci family built these twin towers in direct competition with their rivals, the Ardinghelli family, who constructed similar towers opposite.

The towers represent the medieval practice of wealthy families constructing tall structures to demonstrate their economic and social status within San Gimignano's society.

The taller tower, Salvucci Maggiore, now functions as a vertical residence spread across eleven floors, requiring visitors to climb 143 steps to reach the top.

These twin towers deliberately defied municipal height restrictions, leading authorities to reduce their size to approximately half of their original height.

Location: San Gimignano

Website: http://torresalvucci.it

GPS coordinates: 43.46817,11.04311

Latest update: March 2, 2025 19:52