Stroll through the Middle Ages Le Due Torri - Bologna, Italy

Bologna is the gastronomic and cultural capital of Italy. [Clover] Language: Italian (but most people in tourist areas speak English). [Clover] Currency: Euro (€). [Clover] Best travel time: spring (April-June) and autumn (September-November), the climate is pleasant and there are relatively few tourists. 🚶Walking: The Twin Towers are located in Piazza di Porta Ravegnana in the center of Bologna and can be easily reached on foot. [Star] Le Due Torri Landmark buildings, including the tall tower (Asinelli) and the short tower (Garisenda). You can climb up to the Asinelli Tower and overlook Bologna's red roofs and cityscape. [FourLeafClover] Bologna is famous for its medieval towers, which numbered over 100 in the 12th and 13th centuries. These towers were built by wealthy families as symbols of power and also served a defensive purpose. [FourLeafClover] Today, there are less than 20 left, the most iconic being Asnelli and Garrison Datta. Asneri Tower, 97.2 meters (318 feet), is the tallest medieval leaning tower in the world, while the shorter Garisenda leans significantly due to foundation problems. [FourLeafClover] The towers rise alongside Bologna's prominence as a center of trade and education. Although many have been demolished or repurposed, Asneri Tower was preserved and used as a prison and telescope in the 14th century. Visitors today can climb the 498 steps and enjoy stunning views of the city and the Emilia-Romania region. [FourLeafClover] These remaining towers are a reminder of Bologna's competitive city-state era, where towering buildings displayed wealth and influence. [Pushpin] Recommendation: Wear comfortable shoes when climbing, walking requires a certain amount of physical strength. 📷When the light is soft in the early morning or evening, the view is best and suitable for taking pictures. [Glister] Best shooting location: Via Rizzoli street: you can take a full view of the Twin Towers from a distance. [Glister] After climbing the tower: Photograph the iconic red brick roofs of the city of Bologna, especially at sunset. [Glister] Tower Base Square: Look up at the twin towers and take photos of the unique tilted perspective. Due to its large tilt (similar to the Leaning Tower of Pisa), the Garisenda Tower can only be viewed from the outside. Suitable for taking a classic photo of the Twin Towers. [Glister] Historical ruins at the bottom of the tower Piazza di Porta Ravegnana is the epitome of Bologna's medieval history. There are many old buildings, fountains and street performers around it, which is worth stopping to watch. [Trunk] Accommodation recommendations [Bounet] City center accommodation Convenient for visiting major attractions. Recommended: Hotel Corona d'Oro (high-end), Residenza Ariosto (high cost performance). [BaseballCap] Budget options B&Bs or youth hostels. Recommended: Dopa Hostel (relaxing atmosphere, great location). [Pushpin] Bologna is hot in summer, so it is recommended to avoid outdoor activities at noon. [Pushpin] Pay attention to restaurant opening hours: many restaurants will close after 2 p.m., and dinner usually starts at 7 p.m. [Pushpin]City security is generally relatively high, but you still need to take care of your belongings in tourist areas. 🇮🇹 [RoundNails]Italy[RoundNails]Bologna