Leaning Tower, Rijeka, Inclined bell tower at Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Rijeka, Croatia.
Description
This medieval Gothic bell tower stands tilted approximately 40 centimeters from vertical, its lean caused by foundations built over ancient Roman thermal baths and subsequent ground shifts over centuries.
History
Completed in 1377, this six-century-old structure has survived multiple renovations, earthquakes including the significant 1750 tremor, and World War II aerial bombings while maintaining its original Gothic architectural form.
Culture
The tower serves as part of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Rijeka and has been a focal point for local religious ceremonies since the late 14th century, representing medieval craftsmanship traditions.
Practical
Located at coordinates 45°19'36"N, 14°26'40"E in Rijeka's Old Town, the tower is not accessible to the public interior but can be viewed from the surrounding square area.
Did you know?
Unlike the famous Pisa tower, this structure's subtle tilt is often difficult to notice at first glance due to confined surrounding space, making its inclination a hidden architectural curiosity.
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