A small but nicely laid out museum with both ancient weapons and a nice sampling of unusual weapons that predate WW2. There are information cards in three languages. There is even a cabnet of clever fakes and knock offs that are just as interesting as the real weapons. The collection is contained in Tower two of the old city. Your entrance fee also gains you access to the hugh tower and you can climb to the top for amazing views and some of the best photos of the old City. The Tower is very impressive and has commanding views of the surrounding area. The pass you purchase to get into this attraction also grants you access to 4 other attractions in...
Read moreLocated inside the Second Tower (Seconda Torre – Fratta), the Ancient Weapons Museum is a fascinating stop for anyone interested in history or military artifacts. The museum houses an impressive and well-curated collection of old weapons, ranging from swords and crossbows to early firearms and armor.
Though the museum is not very large, it covers a surprisingly wide range of periods and styles, giving visitors a glimpse into the evolution of weaponry over the centuries. Each piece is displayed with care, and even those with little background in military history will find...
Read moreUn museo di armi, strettamente dedicato alla storia militare della repubblica più serena. È sede di una quantità ridicola di spade, lucche, alabarde, asce, lance e pistole. È fondamentale non dimenticare la massiccia quantità di armi storiche, poiché è a questo che il museo è dedicato. Notare anche la collezione di accessori militari, strumenti generali di guerra e armature. L'ambientazione è incredibile, essendo una delle tre vette del Monte Titano, e lo scenario è spettacolare, soprattutto con la splendida vista della Guaita dal tetto, e la vista sulla valle sottostante. Vale la pena pagare.
A museum of weapons, strictly dedicated to the military history of the Most Serene Republic. It is home to a ridiculous amount of swords, pikes, halberds, axes, spears and pistols. It is essential not to forget the large amount of historical weapons, because this is what the museum is strictly about. Also note the collection of military accessories, general instruments of war and armor. The setting is incredible, being one of the three peaks of Mt. Titano, and the scenery is spectacular, especially with the splendid view of the Guaita from the roof, and the view of the valley below. It is...
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