Which Italian city is famous for the Leaning Tower in the Piazza dei Miracoli?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Pisa, in Tuscany
- Step 1: The tower is the bell tower of the cathedral. Step 2. It began to lean during construction because of soft ground. Answer: Pisa, in Tuscany. Why not the others: Siena, Lucca and Arezzo are other Tuscan cities.
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