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Located on Borgo San Jacopo<\/strong>, in the heart of Florence\u2019s Oltrarno district, the Barbadori Tower<\/strong> is a living testament to Florence’s rich medieval past. Built in the 12th century<\/strong> by the noble Barbadori <\/strong>family, prominent Florentine merchants, the tower represents one of the best-preserved examples of defensive and residential structures of the era. <\/p>\n

Over the centuries, ownership of the tower passed to the Ridolfi di Piazza<\/strong> family and was later incorporated into a residence belonging to the Malesci<\/strong> family and, in the early 20th century, the Folli<\/strong> family. In 1929<\/strong>, the architect Luigi Zumkeller<\/strong>, assisted by Giuseppe Baldacci<\/strong>, undertook significant restoration work, removing plaster and additions that had altered the original appearance of the fa\u00e7ade. <\/p>\n

During World War II,<\/strong> the tower was damaged by mines placed by retreating German troops. Despite this, thanks to subsequent restoration efforts, the Barbadori Tower is now considered one of the best-preserved medieval structures in Florence. <\/p>\n

Architecturally, the tower features a portal on the ground floor surmounted by a lowered arch. On the first floor, there is an original entrance with a pointed arch, which was once accessible via a removable wooden staircase\u2014a typical defensive feature of medieval towers. The lower floors are characterized by solid squared stone blocks and three rows of putlog holes, while the upper floors display windows of various shapes and sizes, resulting from later modifications to improve interior lighting. <\/p>\n

Next to the tower lies the Piazzetta degli Angiolieri<\/strong>, which offers a side view of the Ponte Vecchio<\/strong>, providing a picturesque glimpse appreciated by both residents and visitors.<\/p>\n

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