13 Straight Facts About the Leaning Tower of Pisa

 IT TOOK TWO CENTURIES TO BUILD IT.

Construction on a campanile, or bell tower to accompany the public cathedral in the Italian riverside city of Pisa broke ground in August 1173. By 1178, workers had made it to the third story of the structure, which was already tilting slightly to the north. Military conflicts with other Italian states would soon halt progress on the tower, which would not resume until 1272. This time, construction only remained underway for 12 years before another war again stopped the work. A final wave of construction picked up again in the early 14th century, concluding with the installation of a bell chamber in 1372.

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13 Straight Facts About the Leaning Tower of Pisa

13 STRAIGHT FACTS ABOUT THE LEANING TOWER OF PISA

The Leaning Tower of Pisa may be the world's greatest spot for a tourist photo, but there's a lot more to this centuries-old icon than lighthearted images of your friends and family "holding up" the tower. Here's everything you need to know about Italy's most beloved architectural accident.

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Awesome theme park rides inspired by films

Where: Universal Studios Singapore, Sentosa Island
Based on: “Battlestar Galactica” franchise

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Awesome theme park rides inspired by films

BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE RIDE

Where: Universal Studios Japan, Osaka
Based on: “Back to the Future” franchise. There were previously three "Back to the Future" rides: at Universal Studios Florida, Universal Studios Hollywood (pictured) and Universal Studios Japan. The ride in Japan is the only one that remains open.

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Awesome theme park rides inspired by films

AWESOME THEME PARK RIDES INSPIRED BY FILMS

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is all set to open its doors in Universal Studios Hollywood in California, U.S., on April 7, 2016. Apart from Hogwarts, Ollivander’s wand shop, and Honeyduke’s sweet shop, the park features thrilling rides such as Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey and Flight of the Hippogriff. While we await the opening, here’s a look at some other fantastic rides based on popular films.

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