The Torre della Pallata is the only one of a group of four built in the Middle Ages and still existing. It is situated on the corner between Via Pace and Corso Mameli. It was built around the XIIIth century. Its name probably derives from a fence erected as a defence. The history of this tower is marked by pleasant events. For example it was the departure place of the women's race, typical of that period. Then, in 1497, a fountain was built in front of the tower, from which wine came out . But the history of this tower is also marked by tragic events like the murder of Valguglio or the pillage of the treasure of the Monte di Pietà which was kept in the Pallata.

The tower is 31,10 metres high. Its structure is square and in its grand walling there are thin loop-holes, which allowed soldiers to hit the enemies during the war without exposing themselves to any danger.

This tower wasn't as it is today. The clock was substituted with a modern one. The upper part of the tower which includes brick merlons, was added. Besides, on the top of the
Pallata there is a turret which has an opening showing some bells and, above it, a dome on which a cross and a small flag was put.

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