Birch Memorial Clock Tower, British colonial clock tower in Old Town, Ipoh, Malaysia
The four-sided clock tower features white walls, four statues representing virtues, and detailed panels depicting civilization milestones on each facade.
Built in 1909, this memorial honors James W. W. Birch, the first British Resident of Perak, who was killed by local Malay chiefs in 1875.
The tower displays panels created by Doulton and Co. of London, showing the evolution of civilization through figures from different historical periods.
The monument stands in front of the Ipoh State Mosque, with five bells manufactured by Gillet and Johnson from Croydon inside the structure.
The road where the clock tower stands bears the name of one of Birch's assassins, reflecting Malaysia's shift in historical perspective.
Location: Ipoh
Official opening: 1909
GPS coordinates: 4.59683,101.07611
Latest update: March 6, 2025 11:37
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