Torre della Moletta, Medieval tower at Circus Maximus, Rome, Italy
The Torre della Moletta stands as a square fortified structure constructed with tuff, limestone splinters, and irregular courses of bricks near the Circus Maximus.
The Frangipane family acquired ownership of the tower in 1145 and integrated it into their network of defensive structures across medieval Rome.
The tower bears witness to the transformation of ancient Roman monuments into medieval fortifications by noble families seeking control over the city.
Visitors can access the exterior of the tower at any time without charge by taking the metro to Circo Massimo station.
The structure received its name from a water mill that operated nearby during the Middle Ages, powered by the waters of Fosso di San Giovanni.
Location: Rome
Inception: 1145
GPS coordinates: 41.88464,12.48832
Latest update: March 5, 2025 13:09
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