Hint:
The bell tower points skywards, but the case is not high up.
Did you know?
The church in Vercorin is dedicated to Saint Martin, one of the most famous saints in Europe. The bells in its bell tower are not only used to tell the time: in the past, they were also used to warn the inhabitants in the event of a storm, fire or even enemy attack!
Mountain churches were visual landmarks before they were places of worship. Their bell towers are often narrow to withstand the wind and prevent snow from accumulating on them.
Question:
Why are Alpine bell towers built very slender and pointed?
A) To serve as sundials.
B) To scare away crows.
C) To withstand the weight of snow and wind.
D) To better transmit the sound of the bells.
