Walls of Lucca
Italy's intact Renaissance ramparts, now a famous tree-lined walkway around Lucca
- Italy
- Tuscany
- 16th century
- Renaissance
- walled city
Lucca's modern-style Renaissance walls began construction in the 16th century to withstand cannon fire. Their broad earthen ramparts and rounded bastions now carry a celebrated tree-lined promenade.
Construction: Major construction: 16th–17th centuries (began mid-1500s)
Frequently asked questions
- When was Walls of Lucca built?
- Walls of Lucca was built mainly in the 16th century. Full construction span: Major construction: 16th–17th centuries (began mid-1500s).
- Where is Walls of Lucca?
- Walls of Lucca is in Lucca, Italy (around 43.84°, 10.50°).
- What kind of castle is Walls of Lucca?
- Walls of Lucca is a walled city in the Renaissance style. Italy's intact Renaissance ramparts, now a famous tree-lined walkway around Lucca.