(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.

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St Mark's bell tower is open from 9:30 a.m. to 9:15 p.m. with the last entry given at 8:45 p.m. In cases of severe weather, such as fog, strong wind and bitter cold, the tower will be closed.