Peace Tower, Gothic bell tower on Parliament Hill, Canada
The Peace Tower is a 92-meter-tall Gothic bell tower on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Canada, featuring four clock faces and 53 bells. Its spire dominates the skyline of the government district and offers views over the city and river.
Construction started in 1917 as a replacement for the Victoria Tower, which burned in 1916, and was intended to honour the fallen of World War I. The dedication took place in 1927 to coincide with the 60th anniversary of Canadian Confederation.
The name marks the conclusion of World War I and honours Canadian soldiers who served in conflicts. Visitors can see the memorial books inside, which are turned monthly to display different names.
Free admission tickets for tower visits are distributed at 90 Wellington Street, with guided tours offered throughout the day. Access to the upper levels is only possible at certain times, so arriving early helps avoid waiting.
The clock mechanism came from the United Kingdom and was installed as a gift in 1927 to mark the 60th anniversary of Confederation. Its precision has kept all four clock faces synchronized for nearly a century.
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