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Italian city of Bologna braces for collapse of leaning Garisenda Tower
The Italian city of Bologna is preparing for one of its iconic towers, built more than 900 years ago, to collapse due to excessive leaning. The Tower of Garisenda, twinned by the nearby Asinelli ...
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Leaning tower in Italy sealed off over fears it could collapse into nearby buildings
A 900-year-old leaning tower in the Italian city of Bologna has been sealed off over fears it will collapse into nearby buildings. The 47m tall Garisenda Tower tilts at a four-degree angle and is ...
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A 'Leaning Tower' in Italy Might Collapse—and It Isn’t in Pisa
Authorities in the Italian city of Bologna said they will spend almost $5 million to secure the Garisenda Tower over fears the 12th century structure could collapse. Photo: Jennifer Lorenzini/Reuters ...
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Bologna's leaning tower sealed off over fears it could collapse
Authorities have begun constructing a 5m (16ft) high barrier around the 12th Century Garisenda Tower to contain debris in the event that it falls. The 47m (154ft) tower tilts at a four-degree ...