Walls, towers and gates Torre Torlonga The tower was erected during the 9th century, as a defensive structure. The building underwent a deep restoration during the '200, under the rule of Ezzelino III, who turned it into a prison. During the 18th century, after many years of total abandonment, the building became the seat of the Astronomical Observatory of Padua, currently still active.
Walls, towers and gates Torre degli Anziani The Tower of the Elders is a medieval civic tower, located between the Palace of the Elders and the Council Palace of Padua. The property has a height of 45 meters and most of the building material dates back to Roman times.
Walls, towers and gates Porta Liviana The Porta Liviana, also known as the “Ponte Corvo”, was built in the '500. It took this name from Bartolomeo d'Alviano, an important person in the history of Padua. The project was carried out by Sebastiano Mariani. This is a brick structure, with well-groomed details.