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Passetto di Borgo, Secret passage in Italy
Passetto di Borgo is a fortified passageway that connects the Vatican to Castel Sant'Angelo.
Built in 1277, it served as an escape route for popes in peril.
It stands as a testament to medieval engineering and papal might.
Tourists may occasionally access the Passetto during special events.
The Passetto has often been featured in historical fiction and movies.
Location: Borgo
Inception: 1277
Length: 800 m
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap
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