Rocca Pia, Medieval fortress in Tivoli, Italy.
The Rocca Pia features a square base structure with four towers of different heights, standing near Piazza Garibaldi in Tivoli's center.
Pope Pius II Piccolomini commissioned this defensive fortress in 1461 to maintain control over the city and prevent potential civilian uprisings.
The fortress represents the architectural evolution of military structures in central Italy, combining defensive capabilities with papal authority symbolism.
Visitors can observe the exterior of the fortress daily, though the interior remains closed to public access.
The fortress served as a local prison from the early 1800s until 1960, transforming from a symbol of power to a correctional facility.
Location: Tivoli
Address: Vicolo Barchetto
GPS coordinates: 41.96039,12.79739
Latest update: May 11, 2025 09:05
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