Council House, Gothic administrative building in Council Square, Romania.
The Council House blends Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque architectural styles in a single structure dominated by a central tower approximately 49 meters tall. All four sides of the tower display clock faces that are visible from the surrounding square.
Built in 1420 as the city's administrative center, the structure served as the seat of government for centuries. A major fire in 1689 caused significant damage to the interior and destroyed several original fixtures.
The building now serves as a history museum featuring displays about local crafts and daily life across different periods. Visitors encounter household items, tools, and furnishings that show how the city's inhabitants lived and worked over time.
The building is open to visitors daily with exhibition spaces spread across multiple floors. The tower platform provides a good view over the old town and the surrounding area.
The tower once featured regular trumpet calls that marked the rhythm of city life at set times throughout the day. This practice shaped the daily routine and timing of the community for many generations.
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