Ogród czasu, Museu em Poznań, Polónia
Ogród czasu is a small park in Poznan with five different sundials installed in 2003 to mark the city's 750th anniversary. The clocks display varied designs, including a large sundial about 6.5 meters (21 feet) across, a multiple-city dial showing time in five locations, an analemmatic dial set into the pavement, and an Old Slavic clock with two connected hemispheres.
The sundials were created in 2003 by young artists who graduated from the Academy of Fine Arts in Poznan, showcasing ancient timekeeping methods. They commemorate the city's 750th anniversary and reflect how people tracked time before modern clocks were invented.
The garden sits beside the Malta Lake and bridges ancient timekeeping methods with the modern city. Visitors can observe how different cultures and eras developed their own ways to understand and mark the passage of time.
The park sits beside Malta Lake and is easy to reach from various parts of the city. The sundials work best on clear days when shadows are visible, and visitors should allow time to explore the different designs and understand how each one functions.
The Old Slavic clock has a special tradition where touching the sun sculpture at midday is believed to bring luck and health for years to come. This local custom transforms the visit into more than just a scientific exploration and connects art with ancient belief.
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