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History Trivia

What was the original purpose of the Leaning Tower of Pisa?

on Jan 25, 2024

Published in History Trivia

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Bell Tower. In 1999, the Leaning Tower of Pisa was straightened by 16 inches to keep it from falling over completely.

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