Markar Clock Tower, Clock tower in Markar Square, Yazd, Iran.
Description
The Markar Clock Tower is a brick structure in Yazd with four clock faces on its sides and a pyramid-shaped roof. The tower was built using traditional mortar techniques and stands roughly 4 meters tall.
History
The tower was funded by Indian Zoroastrian Pashutanji Marker and opened on October 26, 1942 after six years of construction. The project was overseen by supervisor Mirza Soroush.
Culture
The four sides of the tower display Persian poems by local poet Naser, including verses about the classic poet Ferdowsi. These inscriptions remind visitors of the literary traditions that shaped the region.
Practical
The mechanical clock inside was made by J. Smith & Sons Co. in London and requires manual winding each week to keep working properly. The tower sits in the center of Markar Square, making it easy to locate and view from any direction.
Did you know?
The tower's location marks the geographical center of Iran, linking timekeeping with the country's physical heart. This placement was deliberate, making it a symbolic point where visitors can stand at the nation's midpoint.
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