"Officials Secure Leaning Tower in Bologna to Prevent Collapse"

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Source: The Associated Press
"Officials Secure Leaning Tower in Bologna to Prevent Collapse"
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Italian officials have implemented a security cordon around the Garisenda tower in Bologna, Italy, due to fears of its collapse. The tower, along with the Asinelli tower, is a popular tourist attraction and landmark. The city has allocated 4.3 million euros for reinforcement works, which will take place in January and February. The Garisenda tower has been leaning since its construction in the 12th century and has sustained additional damage over the years. Efforts to reinforce both towers have been ongoing since the 1990s.

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