Khan Clock Tower, Clock tower at Pettah Market entrance, Colombo, Sri Lanka.
The Khan Clock Tower stands four stories tall on a landscaped roundabout, marking the gateway to the commercial district of Pettah.
The tower was constructed in 1923 by Bhikhajee and Munchershaw Framjee Khan to honor their father, a prominent merchant from Bombay.
This structure reflects the influence of Indian merchant families who established commercial ventures in Ceylon during the early twentieth century.
The tower serves as a primary navigation point for visitors exploring the market district, with its clock faces visible from multiple directions.
An original water fountain integrated into the tower base remains preserved, though it no longer functions since its initial installation.
Location: Colombo
GPS coordinates: 6.93717,79.84929
Latest update: March 8, 2025 19:27
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