Tor San Michele (Rome)

Tor San Michele, also known as Forte San Michele, is a coastal watchtower in Ostia, a frazione of the Municipality of Rome (Italy), rising near the mouth of the Tiber.

Built during the 16th century to remedy the deviation of the river following a disastrous flood, it was first used as a customs office and a lookout and defense station, then as a lighthouse for the , until it fell into disuse after the end of World War II.

The monumental site was completely restored in 2021 and officially reopened to the public.