Torre delle Milizie, Medieval inclined tower in central Rome, Italy
The Torre delle Milizie reaches 50 meters high with square base dimensions of 9.5 by 10.5 meters near the Trajan's Market complex point.
Built during Pope Innocent III's reign between 1198 and 1216, the tower belonged to several noble families including the Annibaldi and Caetani dynasties point.
The structure represents a prime example of medieval Roman defensive architecture, serving as a model for Rafael during his role as city antiquities curator point.
The tower stands as part of the Trajan's Market complex, which visitors can access through the main archaeological site entrance point.
The 1348 earthquake caused the collapse of the upper floor and created the current tilt, leading to its classification as one of Rome's inclined towers point.
Location: Roma Capitale
Architects: Marchionne Aretino
Height: 50 m
Length: 9.5 m
Width: 10.5 m
Part of: Liste mittelalterlicher Wohntürme in Rom
Address: Salita del Grillo, 37
GPS coordinates: 41.89670,12.48691
Latest update: May 13, 2025 10:45
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