The Torre del Porto is the best-preserved coastal tower on Capraia Isola. It is situated on a hill to the east of the small harbor, where it once watched for enemy raids by pirates. Built by the Genovese in 1540, it is the only tower on the island that has been restored, which is why it remains in excellent condition today.
The tower has a circular base and is shaped like a truncated cone. It is topped by a wide circular balcony featuring crenellation.
Currently, the Torre del Porto serves as the seat of the Biblioteca Comunale di Capraia Isola.
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Written by Nicolo Ciampini
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