Campanile

usgb/ˌkæmpəˈniːli/
noun

A tall tower attached to a church, which holds the church's bells.

The campanile at the church is one of its most iconic features.
Visual representation of "campanile" - A tall tower attached to a church, which holds the church's bells.

Often appears as...

  • cathedral campanile
  • leaning campanile

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Academic

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Architecture Term

Campanile is often used in architectural contexts to describe bell towers of Italian style or origin.

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The university's campanile is modeled after historic Italian examples.
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Italian Origin

'Campanile' comes from Italian, so it can evoke a sense of Italian heritage or style in buildings.

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The newly built campanile adds an Italian touch to the skyline.
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Landmark Reference

Campaniles can be city landmarks, famous for height, history, or leaning structure, like the Leaning Tower of Pisa.

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The town's historic campanile is a popular tourist destination.
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