The Leaning Tower of Pisa
The Leaning Tower of Pisa is very unique. It is located in Pisa, Italy and the low side of it is 55.86 meters tall and the high side is 56.70 meters. It was started on August 9, 1173 to be a bell tower. The Leaning Tower was finished in 1350 and still exists today. But people aren’t allowed in it anymore, and it is in danger of falling in years from now. Today it is used for tourist attraction, and I’m sure the Leaning Tower of Pisa gets lots of it.
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What is the landmark? |
The Leaning Tower of Pisa |
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Where is it located? |
Piazza dei Miracoli, Pisa, Italy |
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What was its use before? |
A bell tower |
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How big is it? |
Low Side: 55.86 m. (183.27 ft.)High Side: 56.70 m. (186.02 ft.) |
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When was it created? (Started and completed?) |
Started: August 9, 1173 Finished:1350 |
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What is its use today? |
Tourist attraction |
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Why was it built? |
To be a bell tower |
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Does it still exist? |
yes |
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How strong is it today in relationship to the environment? |
People aren’t allow in it anymore
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Is it in danger of falling/disappearing? |
It is in danger of falling in years from now |
Sources: http://www.glassteelandstone.com
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leaning_Tower_of_Pisa