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Unusual Attractions in Rovigo

La Rotonda

A rare example of an octagonal Catholic church.

Towers of Rovigo

All that is left of this medieval castle is two towers, both of which now display a visible tilt.

Pighin Tower

Inside this medieval defense tower stands a modern residential building.

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Michelangelo da Vinci

Two planes stand abandoned after the closure of an aircraft-themed restaurant.

7 miles from Rovigo

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Church of San Giorgio

This Italian church is as beautiful as it is common, except for the real skulls decorating the many mannequins inside.

11 miles from Rovigo

Castello Carrarese di Este

The origins of a large, medieval castle are shrouded in mystery, but now it's a delightful garden.

12 miles from Rovigo

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Casa del Petrarca (Petrarch House Museum)

A modest museum in the final home of Italian poet and father of modern Italian, Francesco Petrarca.

14 miles from Rovigo

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