Reloj Monumental de Acaxochitlán, Clock tower monument in Acaxochitlán, Mexico.
The Monumental Clock stands 16 meters tall in the main plaza and is made of white and pink quarry stone from the Cuesconsen hill in Tlamimilolpa. The structure is divided into three sections: an entrance base, an extended middle portion, and an upper segment housing the clock mechanism and bells.
The clock was acquired in 1928 during Lauro Melo's administration and was funded through property taxes and local community contributions. This acquisition marked a significant moment for the community, showing its growing development and prosperity at the time.
The tower displays Art Deco features with vertical lines and minimalist ornaments that reflect the architectural style favored in early 1930s Mexico. Its simple geometric design was popular at the time and continues to shape how the plaza looks today.
The tower is located in the main plaza and is easily visible and accessible from multiple directions. Visitors can view the structure from different parts of the plaza and observe details at various levels.
Four decorative lamps surround the tower at the plaza corners, each designed as a miniature replica of the main structure. These smaller copies create a cohesive composition and visually link the main work with the surrounding plaza.
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