(ANSA) - ROME, APR 24 - Pieces of reinforced concrete have started to crumble away from the top of the bell tower of St Mark's Basilica in Venice, local newspaper Il Gazzettino reported on Wednesday.

The church was built in honor of St. Mark the Evangelist ... Climbing the bell tower (which is open from 9:30 a.m. to 9:15 p.m. daily) will set you back 10 euros (around $11).