Roman walls of Milan
Roman walls of Milan, Ancient defensive structure in Milan, Italy
The Roman walls of Milan are remains of an ancient fortification that once surrounded the city. In several locations throughout the southern part of the city, visitors can still see sections of this structure made from stone and brick.
The walls were built in several phases, with the oldest sections dating from the republican period and later expanded during imperial rule. In the 4th century, Milan became the capital of the Western Roman Empire, showing how important this fortification was to the empire.
The walls show how Romans organized and protected the city as a center of power. Visitors can still see today how this fortification shaped the look and structure of Milan.
The best places to see the walls are in the southern part of Milan, especially along Viale Caldara and near the old city gates. If you want to see all the remains, plan time for a walk through several neighborhoods.
A special feature of this fortification was how the watchtowers were closely spaced, allowing guards to communicate by calling out between adjacent towers. This system created an effective network to monitor the city and protect it from attack.
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