Fortezza del Tocco
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The Fortezza del Tocco is a fort in Acireale, Sicily. It was built in the 16th century to defend the city from attacks by pirates.
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Fortezza del Tocco | |
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Acireale, Sicily, Italy | |
Coordinates | 37°36′47.1″N 15°10′18.7″E |
Type | Fort |
Site information | |
Owner | Public |
Open to the public | Yes |
Site history | |
Built | 1592–1616 |
Built by | Spanish Empire/Kingdom of Sicily |
In use | 16th–19th centuries |
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