Whispers of battles echo around Bastione San Maurizio. Can you hear them? This bastion, nestled within the Royal Gardens, isn’t just a picturesque spot. It’s a survivor. Bastione San Maurizio stands as a testament to Turin’s layered past, a time when the city bristled with defensive walls. Imagine Turin, encircled by a formidable ring of bastions. These walls were a stark reality, shaping the very landscape of the city. Bastione San Maurizio, along with Bastion Verde, are among the few visible remnants of these fortifications. They offer a glimpse into a forgotten era. They were even immortalized in a painting by Bernardo Bellotto, capturing their prominence in the city’s skyline. These bastions weren’t merely defensive structures. They were integrated into the fabric of royal life. The “casino” built atop Bastione San Maurizio served as an extension of the Royal Palace gardens. It was a place of leisure and enjoyment, overlooking the city it protected. Constructed between 1670 and 1680, Bastione San Maurizio represents a shift in military architecture. The design, a pentagonal structure with straight flanks and no “orechioni,” is attributed to Michelangelo Morello. This design reflects the evolving understanding of fortification in the late 17th century. While much of Turin’s defensive walls were dismantled under Napoleon’s orders, Bastione San Maurizio remained. It stands as a defiant reminder of Turin’s resilient spirit, a tangible link to its rich and complex history.
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