Ottagono Abbandonato, Military fort in Venice Lagoon, Italy
The Ottagono Abbandonato stands as an octagonal stone fortress on a small artificial island in the southeastern part of the Venetian Lagoon near Poveglia island.
The Senate of Venice ordered the construction of this fort in 1571 as part of a five-octagon defense system to protect the lagoon from potential Turkish naval invasions.
The fort represents the military engineering expertise of the Venetian Republic, incorporating Renaissance architectural principles in its octagonal design and stone construction methods.
The structure remains inaccessible to the public, with severe deterioration of its walls and foundations due to continuous water erosion in the lagoon environment.
Archaeological excavations near the fort revealed Roman-era pottery and amphora fragments, suggesting the presence of an ancient port mentioned by the geographer Strabo.
Location: Venice
Made from material: rock
Part of: Defense system of the Venice Lagoon
GPS coordinates: 45.36351,12.32182
Latest update: March 8, 2025 23:52
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