Kurunegala Clock Tower, Clock tower in Kurunegala, Sri Lanka.
The Kurunegala Clock Tower stands as a quadrangular granite structure resembling a fortress, featuring concrete and wooden stairs that lead to the clock mechanism housed at the top.
Built in 1922 as a memorial to eleven soldiers from the North Western Province who died in World War I, the tower was later dedicated to honor those who perished in World War II.
The clock tower serves as a focal point for community gatherings and local celebrations, often decorated during festivals and used as a backdrop for public events and commemorations.
Located near the Kurunegala Court of Law, Central Market, and central bus station, the tower provides easy access for visitors and serves as a navigation landmark within the city center.
The tower's interior features spiral concrete and wooden stairs leading to the clock mechanism, while its castle-like upper section creates a distinctive architectural profile in the cityscape.
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