The Most Famous Clock Towers In The World
Clock towers were both a need for the people and an iconic element in history. For this reason, it is possible to see remarkable and gorgeous clock towers all around the world, especially in the important and crowded centers. Here is a list of famous clock towers all around the world.
1. Big Ben, London, England
Big Ben is the nickname for the Great Bell of the striking clock at the north end of the Palace of Westminster in London, England. It was completed in 1858. It is also known as Elizabeth Tower because it was renamed Elizabeth Tower in 2012, to mark the Diamond Jubilee of Elizabeth II.
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2. Philadelphia City Hall, Philadelphia, United States
Philadelphia City Hall was the tallest building in the world from the day it was opened in 1901 till 1908. It has four clocks which each is 8 meters and its height is 167 meters.
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3. Makkah Royal Clock Tower Hotel, Mecca, Saudi Arabia
It?s the tallest clock tower in the world and the world?s largest clock face. Each of the four clocks (on four sides) is 43 × 43 meters. Makkah Royal Clock Tower is also one of the tallest buildings in the world with its 601 meters height.
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4. The Prague Astronomical Clock, Prague, Czech Republic
The Prague astronomical clock is one of the oldest clock towers in the world. It was constructed in 1410 and it has been one of the most important figures of Prague till the present.
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