Rocca, Medieval fortress in Città Alta, Italy
The Rocca rises on Sant'Eufemia hill with a square keep, four corner towers, and a cylindrical tower offering views over Bergamo and the Po Valley.
Construction began in 1331 under John of Luxembourg, with subsequent modifications by the Venetians who added the round tower and the School of Bombardiers in 1455.
The Museum of the 19th Century, housed within the fortress walls, displays artifacts and documents chronicling the Italian Risorgimento period and local military history.
The fortress museum opens daily with variable hours throughout the year, featuring guided tours, historical exhibitions, and educational programs for visitors of all ages.
Archaeological excavations in the 1980s revealed Celtic settlements from the Iron Age and Roman ruins beneath the current structure, including a temple dedicated to Jupiter.
Location: Bergamo
Inception: 1331
Address: Via Rocca
GPS coordinates: 45.70442,9.66639
Latest update: March 4, 2025 04:12
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