Campanile del Santuario della Beata Vergine Maria del Santo Rosario di Pompei
Although controled by the Santurio the Campanile this is a separate and later structure which offers great views of Pompei and Vesuvius
This 80 metre bell tower is a later addition to the basilica to which it serves (but stands separate from) in the city of Pompeii Italy. Beautiful as it is this fine example of Italian campanile architecture is of a type that is relatively common in Italy. It has few exceptional features other than it has a convenient elevator but the formal front door is very impressive. However its location, just next to the Pompeii archaeological excavations provides those who ascend it (for the bargain price of 2 Euros) with the reward of some of the most remarkable views of the excavation site that most people only see from ground level, particularly the amphitheatre. In fact Pompeii is mainly impressive because of its scale and the view from the tower really exposes this feature to an extent that is rarely available. In addition there is an amazing view of Vesuvius.
The bell tower was built between 1912 and 1925 (completed over 30 years after the main basilica which was itself expanded in 1934). The architect was Aristide Leonori (assisted by his less famous brother Pio).
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