San Giovanni Gunpowder Magazine ---

The San Giovanni Gunpowder Magazine is a hidden gem that tells the story of Bergamo's military history during Venetian rule. Located along the Venetian Walls route, in the heart of Città Alta, this fascinating structure is easily accessible near the bastion of the same name. Entering the gunpowder magazine is a unique experience: a metal staircase leads to the ancient parade ground, where a world of history and military architecture unfolds. The structure consists of two large barrel-vaulted rooms, designed to house cannons through quadrangular openings in the interior walls. Interestingly, these cannons were never used, as the fortress never came under siege. In 2007, an important restoration project brought this historic space back to light,