Torre delle Stelle, Medieval tower in Aielli, Italy.
The cylindrical tower stands 10 meters high with an octagonal interior layout, featuring a diameter of 9.20 meters and two southern entrances.
Built in 1356 by Count Ruggero of Celano, the tower controlled a strategic passage near the ancient Via Valeria route through the region.
The structure houses the Museum of the Moon and an astronomical observatory, displaying globes, sundials, and optical instruments for educational purposes.
The observatory contains computerized stations for astronomical simulations and projects 2500 stars onto a 6-meter diameter dome for public viewing.
The tower's interior architecture includes an umbrella-shaped vault divided into eight sections supported by ribs resting on small corbels.
Location: Aielli
Website: https://www.torredellestelleaielli.it
Website: https://torredellestelleaielli.it
GPS coordinates: 42.08242,13.59051
Latest update: March 5, 2025 23:30
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