Torre del Poetto, Renaissance military tower in Borgo Sant'Elia, Cagliari, Italy
The limestone tower structure rises 87 meters above sea level, overlooking Marina Piccola port and the extensive Poetto beach coastline.
Built in 1597 as part of the coastal defense network, the tower protected the region from maritime threats until its abandonment after Forte di Cala Mosca construction.
The structure's name evolved from Torre del Pouhet del San Elias, referencing a nearby Punic cistern called sa bucca de su tiaulu by local inhabitants.
Access requires a challenging hike from either Marina Piccola or Cala Fighera, with mandatory notification to COMAR military authorities before visiting.
From its position, the tower enables observation of multiple coastal towers across the Gulf of Cagliari, including Isola dei Cavoli and Mezza Spiaggia structures.
Location: Cagliari
Inception: 1597
Elevation above the sea: 87 m
Made from material: limestone
Address: 09126 Cagliari CA
GPS coordinates: 39.18913,9.16822
Latest update: March 3, 2025 18:33
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