Ivan the Great Bell Tower
Ivan the Great Bell Tower, Bell tower in Moscow Kremlin, Russia
The Ivan the Great Bell Tower reaches a height of 81 meters with three octagonal tiers constructed from white limestone and brick.
The construction of the bell tower started in 1505 under Italian architect Bon Fryazin and became the tallest structure in Moscow for several centuries.
The bells inside the tower mark significant Orthodox religious celebrations and historical events through traditional Russian bell ringing patterns.
Visitors can climb the tower during guided tours from April through October to observe Moscow from the observation platform at 25 meters.
The tower foundation contains a church dedicated to Saint John Climacus, making it both a religious structure and a fortification lookout point.
Location: Tverskoy District
Inception: 1508
Architects: Domenico Gilardi
Official opening: 1508
Architectural style: Russian architecture
Height: 81 m
Part of: Kremlin
Website: http://kreml.ru/en/kremlin/buildings/Ansambl_Kolokolyni
GPS coordinates: 55.75083,37.61806
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:15
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