Torre dei Becci (Becci Tower), San Gimignano
The Becci Tower stands proudly among the fourteen remaining towers of San Gimignano. It is strategically located near the ancient Arc ofBecci and commands views over both Via San Giovanni and Cistern Square.
Dating back to the thirteenth century, the tower is accompanied by an adjacent building that can be accessed from Street of the Innocents. The tower itself boasts a simple yet striking appearance. Its square base is constructed with regular and visible stone drafts, transitioning into a filaretto pattern in the upper sections. The main sides of the tower feature rare slit openings, providing a glimpse of its interior.
The Becci family, renowned merchants of their time, held significant public positions during the golden age of the San Gimignano Municipality. Their tower stands as a testament to their prominence and influence within the community.
The Becci Tower, with its unassuming elegance and historical significance, adds to the architectural splendor of San Gimignano. Its proximity to notable landmarks and its commanding presence make it a noteworthy sight for visitors and locals alike.
Dating back to the thirteenth century, the tower is accompanied by an adjacent building that can be accessed from Street of the Innocents. The tower itself boasts a simple yet striking appearance. Its square base is constructed with regular and visible stone drafts, transitioning into a filaretto pattern in the upper sections. The main sides of the tower feature rare slit openings, providing a glimpse of its interior.
The Becci family, renowned merchants of their time, held significant public positions during the golden age of the San Gimignano Municipality. Their tower stands as a testament to their prominence and influence within the community.
The Becci Tower, with its unassuming elegance and historical significance, adds to the architectural splendor of San Gimignano. Its proximity to notable landmarks and its commanding presence make it a noteworthy sight for visitors and locals alike.
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Torre dei Becci (Becci Tower) on Map
Sight Name: Torre dei Becci (Becci Tower)
Sight Location: San Gimignano, Italy (See walking tours in San Gimignano)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: San Gimignano, Italy (See walking tours in San Gimignano)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Walking Tours in San Gimignano, Italy
Create Your Own Walk in San Gimignano
Creating your own self-guided walk in San Gimignano is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
San Gimignano Towers Walk
Known as the 鈥淢anhattan of the Middle Ages鈥�, San Gimignano is renowned for its collection of medieval skyscrapers whose verticality and density produce a rather unique and impressive sight.
Clustered together, these slender towers served as both family homes and status symbols for the noble families who built them. Apart from showcasing the prosperity and influence of their owners, they... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.2 Km or 0.1 Miles
Clustered together, these slender towers served as both family homes and status symbols for the noble families who built them. Apart from showcasing the prosperity and influence of their owners, they... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.2 Km or 0.1 Miles
San Gimignano Introduction Walking Tour
Visitors are universally spellbound when they discover San Gimignano, one of the many jewels in the crown of Italy鈥檚 Tuscany. The reason for this lies in the well-preserved feudal atmosphere and appearance from the Middle Ages with its architectural integrity and original intact urban layout.
The history of the town dates back to the Etruscan period. However, it was during the Middle Ages... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.0 Km or 0.6 Miles
The history of the town dates back to the Etruscan period. However, it was during the Middle Ages... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.0 Km or 0.6 Miles