Vertical Museum of the Torrazzo of Cremona
Italy
Visitors are offered the opportunity to climb the highest masonry medieval tower in Europe at 122.22 m. During the ascent you have the opportunity to stop inside the 4 new rooms of the Vertical Museum where topics related to the measurement of time are studied in depth. Once you reach the top you have the opportunity to enjoy a magnificent view of the city and the surrounding area.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Standing before us is the Torrazzo of Cremona, the iconic bell tower of the city's cathedral and a true marvel of medieval engineering. At over 112 meters in height, it is recognized as one of the tallest medieval brick towers in…
Listen in the app2The Masterpiece of Time: The Astronomical Clock
As we begin our ascent, we encounter the true 'centerpiece' of the Torrazzo's facade: the enormous astronomical clock. Installed in the 16th century by Francesco and Giovan Battista Divizioli, this is one of the largest and most…
Listen in the app3The Vertical Museum: The Evolution of Measurement
The 'Vertical Museum' within the Torrazzo is a brilliant use of a historic space. As you climb, each level of the tower is dedicated to a different aspect of time and its measurement. …
Listen in the app4The Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta: The View From Above
As we reach the middle levels of the Torrazzo, we gain a unique perspective on the neighboring Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta. Looking down from the tower's windows, the 'stunning marble facade' and the intricate rose window…
Listen in the app5The Baptistery and the Piazza del Comune
From the tower's heights, the Piazza del Comune reveals its true geometric beauty. Directly across from the cathedral stands the Baptistery, a massive octagonal building in red brick that dates back to the 12th century. …
Listen in the app6The Stradivari Connection: The City of Violins
While we are high above the streets, we cannot ignore the 'rich musical heritage' that flows through the air of Cremona. The city is world-famous as the birthplace of Antonio Stradivari, the legendary violin maker born here in…
Listen in the app7The Summit: A Challenge Rewarded
Finally, we reach the top. Climbing the 502 steps is 'quite a challenge,' but every effort is rewarded once you step onto the final gallery. …
Listen in the app8Closing
As we descend from the heights of the Torrazzo, I hope you carry with you a new perspective on Cremona and the passage of time. We have explored the 'masterpiece of science' that is the astronomical clock, the educational journey…
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What is Vertical Museum of the Torrazzo of Cremona?
Vertical Museum of the Torrazzo of Cremona is a place in Italy with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Italy |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 45.1336, 10.0252 |
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