The Tower Of Pisa Turns 850, Bells Ring And A Big Celebration

The Tower Of Pisa Turns 850, Bells Ring And A Big Celebration

850 years ago the laying of the foundation stone of the Tower of Pisa. The celebrations started on 9 August 2023, in Pisa, Italy. Indeed, much has passed since the world's most famous and photographed bell tower, a city symbol. A year-long program of celebrations was presented this morning by the Opera della Primaziale. (Photo by Enrico Mattia Del Punta/NurPhoto)

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