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Towers and Fortresses

Relive the fortunes of Savona's past: the towers and Priamar Fortress tell the story of the city through their magnificence and grandeur.

A SYMBOL OF A GLORIOUS PAST

Towers and Fortresses

Built in 1542 by the Republic of Genoa, Priamar Fortress dominates the historic centre of Savona and is the undisputed symbol of the city. Throughout the centuries it has witnessed many major historical events, serving as a military stronghold and a strategic outpost.

Today the fortress has been converted into a lively cultural and social hub offering events, exhibitions and projects which attract visitors from all over the world.

The Brandale Tower and Complex

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Priamar Fortress

Corso Mazzini 15

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Leon Pancaldo Tower

Via Leon Pancaldo 1.

A symbol of the city of Savona, the Leon Pancaldo Tower, or the ‘Torre della Quarda’, has stood sentry over the harbour for centuries. 

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