Fortezza di Poggio Imperiale, Medieval fortress on Poggio Imperiale hill, Poggibonsi, Italy
The pentagonal fortress features stone walls extending around the perimeter of the hill, with defensive towers positioned at strategic points along the fortification.
Lorenzo the Magnificent commissioned architect Giuliano da Sangallo to construct this military stronghold between 1488 and 1511 to control the route from Florence to Siena.
The Archaeological and Technological Park within the fortress grounds presents exhibits about medieval life and hosts educational programs in partnership with the University of Siena.
Visitors can reach the fortress by following directional signs from Poggibonsi's center, with dedicated parking spaces available near the main entrance gate.
The fortress contains an internal network of underground passages, including a specialized gallery designed to detect potential mining attempts by enemy forces.
Location: Poggibonsi
Inception: 1488
Address: Via della Fortezza
GPS coordinates: 43.46000,11.15566
Latest update: March 3, 2025 03:58
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