31.08.2008 - Dutchman Claims Pisa Loses Leaning Title to Local Church
Europe's most steeply leaning tower is traditionally recognized as
being the Tower of Pisa, but Jacob van Dijk claims that the
lesser-known, 12th-century church tower of Walfridus in the Dutch
town of Bedum should be awarded the title.
Van Dijk claimed this week that his measurements show Bedum's
36-meter (118-foot) church tower is now leaning more than its
Italian rival, which lost part of its tilt following restoration
works.
At a height of 55.86 meters, Pisa's tower leans about four meters,
while Bedum's tower leans 2.61 meters on its height of 35.7 meters.
If both towers were the same height, Bedum would have a greater
tilt of 6 cm, Van Dijk argued.
"In Italy they're happy with the result, but here in Bedum we are
much happier, because the tower Painting for Pisa ...
Sign of the chimes ...
Cultural Cop-Out: Italy Sells its Monuments ...
Berlin Students Outraged Over Math Test Retake ... of Pisa is now leaning less than
the tower of Bedum," Van Dijk told Reuters.
(Deutsche Welle)
more info >>
<< Back
Czech Republic travel, Prague - cheap hotels, apartments, pensions, hostels, accommodation, bed and breakfast, tours, tourism
| Prague-Czech-Republic-Travel.com |
| For Groups FAQ For Travel Agents About Us Contact Us |
|
Prague, Czech Republic news |
Search |