What about leaning Pisa tower?
Pisa tower is not a new name for anyone. But before telling leaning tower of Pisa location lets have a brief introduction of it. The tower is, in fact, one of the wonders in the world. It also has many other names like leaning tower, Tower of Pisa and freestanding bell tower etc. Moreover, its most famous and popular name is the Leaning Tower of Pisa. The reason behind its popularity is four-degree lean. Due to the soft and weak cores of soil, the foundation could not sustain and after vertical construction, it leaned. The 12th-century masterpiece is 55.86 meters high and possesses 14500 metric ton weight. Moreover, due to the effects of climate and soil, it leaned further and in 1990 it was 5.5 degree. However, some renovation and stabilization work by Italian government reduced it to 3.57 degree. So, whenever you visit Italy must visit it.
Leaning Tower of Pisa Location
The tower of Pisa is located in Pisa, Italy. Moreover, it stands on “squares of miracles” grassy fields. The tower is on the back of Pisa Cathedral which is the third oldest building in the city. Pisa is also a small town in the region Tuscany consists of approx one hundred thousand residents. The distance of the tower from Rome, the capital city of Italy is 266 kilometres. It will take approx four hours to reach there from Rome if you go by car. Moreover, their flights and public transport is also available.
Leaning Tower of Pisa Architect
This wonder of the world was designed by Guglielmo and Bonanno Pisano. Though there was controversy over the designer of the tower yet both men have the credits. The construction of the tower completed in three stages and 199 years started from Jan 1172 and completed in 1372. Moreover, the tower holds the Guinness world record for the world’s most lopsided building. For more details visit here.
Pisa Tower Tickets
Timing to visit the tower
- November and February 10:00 AM to 17:00 PM
- December and January 10:00 AM to 19:00 PM
- March 09:00 AM to 18:00 PM
- April to September 09:00 AM to 22:00 PM
- October 09:00 AM to 19:00 PM
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