Clock towers in Avellino, Clock tower at Piazza Amendola, Avellino, Italy
The 36-meter-high Baroque clock tower stands as a central landmark in Piazza Amendola, featuring architectural elements characteristic of southern Italian design.
The clock tower underwent significant reconstruction following the 1980 earthquake, which affected numerous structures throughout the Campania region.
The tower marks important events in city life, with its bells ringing during religious festivals, civil ceremonies, and traditional community gatherings.
Visitors can observe the tower's clock face from multiple points in the square, with the best viewing locations situated near the surrounding cafes.
The tower's mechanical clock system continues to operate with its original mechanisms, maintained regularly by local craftsmen following traditional methods.
Location: Avellino
Address: Corso Umberto
GPS coordinates: 40.91505,14.79597
Latest update: March 12, 2025 21:57
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