TORRE CIVICA

The Civic Tower of Monselice also known as Torre dell’Orologio was built in 1244 together with other fortifications by Ezzelino III da Romano Vicar of Emperor Frederick II, who after having visited Monselice in 1239 gave the order to fortify the town. It was used as housing for the militias who controlled access to the town from the river.

It is characterized by the masonry made in tanning courses alternating with bricks. During the 16th century, a cell was built in the upper part of the Tower for the location of the civic bell, one of the oldest in Europe.