St Mark's Campanile, Bell tower in St Mark's Square, Italy
The square brick tower measures 98.6 meters in height and features a golden weather vane depicting the archangel Gabriel at its summit point.
The original structure from 1000 AD collapsed in 1902, leading to an exact reconstruction that was completed in 1912 under architect Luca Beltrami's direction.
The five bells of the campanile have regulated daily life in Venice for centuries, marking work hours, government meetings, and religious ceremonies.
Visitors can access the belfry via an elevator installed in 1962, offering views across Venice, the lagoon, and the distant Alps on clear days.
The tower's foundation rests on alder wood piles driven into clay layers beneath Venice, supporting the massive brick structure above the water table.
Location: Venice
Inception: 10 century
Architects: Luca Beltrami
Architectural style: romanesque architecture in Italy
Height: 98.6 m
Part of: St Mark's Basilica
Website: http://basilicasanmarco.it/basilica/campanile
GPS coordinates: 45.43403,12.33903
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:23
Bell towers from different periods and architectural styles across Europe. These structures display regional building traditions and function as landmarks in their cities
Venice offers multiple photo opportunities. The Rialto spans the Grand Canal while houses in Burano display different colors. St Mark's Square presents the Byzantine basilica, campanile and Doge's Palace. The Bridge of Sighs connects the palace to the prison. The islands of Murano and Torcello feature glasswork and historical monuments.
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