The Italian landmark, which leans more than the Leaning Tower of Pisa, will be additionally reinforced due to the risk of collapse

Following growing concerns about the stability of the Leaning Tower of Garisenda in the Italian city of Bologna, authorities have developed a plan to strengthen it. It involves the use of the same equipment that successfully strengthened the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa.

The 48-meter-high Leaning Tower of Garisenda, built in the 12th century, began to tilt within two centuries of its construction. Today, its inclination is 4 degrees, which is slightly more than that of the Leaning Tower of Pisa (3.9 degrees), CNN writes.

At the end of 2023, the streets around the Garisenda Tower were temporarily closed as research by scientists revealed a "high risk" of collapse. This was indicated by cracks.

Bologna Mayor Matteo Lepore reassured that a system of pylons and cables, similar to the one used for the Leaning Tower of Pisa, would be used to stabilize the tower. Additionally, adapted steel scaffolding will be used to strengthen the monument.

"This will help secure the tower," Lepore said at the press conference. He also expressed hope that after the restoration, the Asinelli Tower, located next to the Garisenda, will be reopened to visitors.

"Further consolidation and restoration work is planned for 2025 and 2026, which still requires detailed planning," the mayor suggested.

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