Unique Scola tower in Italy, built in the 17th century in the middle of the sea

La Spezia is a province in Italy, the southern part of which is washed by the waters of the Ligurian Sea, known for its clean, fine-stone shores. The land here is literally saturated with history, the spirit of romance is in the air, and the most picturesque landscapes delight the eye and fill the soul with pacification. Wherever you go, you can say one thing, you will have to admire a lot and often. However, there is one special place that you must visit. This is the Scola tower, built in the 17th century near the coast and rising from the water by more than 10 meters.

The defensive structure was supposed to provide protection for the former Genoese republic from enemies. The surviving historical documents allow us to judge that a large amount of funds was allocated for the construction of the tower, and before it was called the Tower of St. John the Baptist, Torre Di San Giovanni Battista. The fort is made in the shape of a pentagon, and the thickness of its walls is two meters. However, despite all the fortifications, part of it was still destroyed. This happened in 1800, when the British began fighting with Napoleon.

Centuries later, the building acquired the status of historical value. After the restoration, the Scola tower began to be actively used as a tourist attraction, reminding its guests how fortunate they were to live in peacetime.

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