Montreal Clock Tower, Clock tower monument in Old Port, Canada
The Montreal Clock Tower is a 45-meter tall white stone structure located in the Old Port near the St. Lawrence River, featuring a mechanical clock visible throughout the harbor area. The building displays early 20th-century architectural details and houses a substantial clock mechanism with multiple dials.
The tower was built between 1919 and 1922 as a memorial to merchant sailors who died during World War I. Following its completion, it quickly became an established landmark of the harbor and remained a recognized reference point for decades.
The tower serves as a focal point for people navigating the harbor area and has become part of the daily landscape that locals and visitors experience. Its presence shapes how people move through and perceive this part of the waterfront.
Access involves climbing 192 steps to reach an observation deck that overlooks the river and nearby bridge. Visitors should prepare for moderate physical effort during the ascent, though the climbing is manageable for most people.
The clock mechanism was manufactured in Croydon, England and operates using the same technical principles as the famous clock at Elizabeth Tower in London. This British craftsmanship gives the mechanism a direct connection to one of the world's most renowned timepieces.
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