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White Tower, Bell tower in Brixen, Italy

The White Tower reaches a height of 72 meters and features four oriels at its upper section connected to Saint Michael parish church.

Built in 1459 after a fire destroyed the previous structure, the tower received its current name in 1591 when the octagonal brick helmet was painted white.

The tower houses a carillon system of 43 bells, including six main bells cast by Luigi Colbachini in 1922 and a death knell from 1899.

The structure contains approximately 200 stairs leading to different functional areas, including the clock mechanism and bell chambers on the upper floors.

Until World War II, a night watchman lived inside the tower's oriels to monitor the surrounding area and protect the city from potential dangers.

Location: Brixen

Part of: St. Michael

GPS coordinates: 46.71654,11.65785

Latest update: March 3, 2025 16:37

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