Torre Quadrata, in the old town centre of San Pietro Vernotico, watches over piazza del Popolo.
Its history and the chronology of the events during which it was the protagonist are quite controversial: according to some scholars, its origin dates back to the Norman domination, between the 11th and 12th century, while others think that its construction dates back to 1380, at the behest of the town bishop.
The Tower has a quadrangular plan and two floors, with the internal rooms having cross vaults. Along the upper perimeter, there is an iron balustrade supported by corbels and machicolations.
Events nearby
In the coming days, within 15 km.
The Pumpkin Village
Workshops, markets, and street food among decorated pumpkins
Madonna del Garofano
Procession of the Madonna del Garofano in Squinzano
20 Years of Wonder – Childhood Culture in Trepuzzi
Celebrate 20 years of children's culture in Trepuzzi with workshops and circus show
Vent'anni di meraviglia – La cultura per l'infanzia a Trepuzzi
San Raffaele Fair
Two days of tradition, conviviality, and Puglian cuisine, promoting sustainability and local economies.
More places nearby
Churches and cryptsChiesa di San Pietro ApostoloIn the heart of the historic center, the Church dedicated to San Pietro
Apostolo, built on the ruins of a medieval building, is the oldest in the
city. San Pietro Vernotico very close- Castles, towers and palacesPalazzo BaronalePalazzo Baronale, built at the end of the 16th century, overlooks the main square of the small town of Cellino San Marco. Cellino San Marco 3.3 km away
ArchaeologyArchaeological site of ValesioThe ancient city walls surround the important messapic centre of Valesio,
in Torchiarolo, among the most important ones in the province. Torchiarolo 4.3 km away- Churches and cryptsSantuario della Madonna di GaleanoDeep within the fields of Torchiarolo, the Sanctuary reveals the legendary history of a Marian icon. Torchiarolo 5.4 km away
- Castles, towers and palacesTorre Lo MuccioTorre Lo Muccio, probably a fifteenth-century watchtower, is surrounded by centuries old olive trees which dot the countryside of Torchiarolo. Torchiarolo 6.5 km away
- Nature and gardensVilla CleopazzoA former Art Nouveau rural residence, Villa Cleopazzo in Squinzano is now home to the “Giovanni Cingolani” library and media library. Squinzano 6.9 km away