Walls, towers and gates Torre Porta Romana Torre Porta Romana was built in the fourteenth century, in order to defend one of the entrances of the city. Its height is 25 meters and is provided with three important elements: the door, an iron grate and the drawbridge. In the 16th century, the second arch of the Roman Gate was walled. The first restoration of the tower lasted 5 years (1990-1994) immediately after the restorations the Museum was officially opened. Thanks to the participation of the “Family of Sangiorgiari”, a restoration of the fresco of the “Madonna with Child” has also been carried out lately.
Walls, towers and gates Porta San Pietro o Vittoria Porta San Pietro or Vittoria was the main entrance of the city, located next to the convent of the PP. Benedictines of St. Peter. It has a double door, the outer one was flanked by two bell towers above which protruded the statues of Saints Peter and Paul. It takes its name from the nearby church, named after Santa Maria della Vittoria.
Walls, towers and gates Porta degli Ortacci The Gate is located near the city walls. The origin of the door is Romanesque as it was built together with the walls. At the time it was used to enter the vegetable gardens of fruits and vegetables from what is supposed from the name.
Walls, towers and gates Porta San Croce The Gate of San Croce or the so-called Gate of Three Arches, was built in 1857. First it was called Funari Gate, and it took this name from the artisans who carried out their activities in that area. The building has special architectural and decorative elements of modern art.