Clock Tower of Giurgiu, Ottoman clock tower in Giurgiu, Romania.
The Clock Tower stands in the central square of Giurgiu, constructed with massive stone materials and featuring a large mechanical timepiece at its summit.
Originally built in 1770 as a military watchtower for the Ottoman Empire, the structure served to monitor movements along the Danube River and surrounding territories.
The tower's design combines traditional Ottoman architectural elements with Romanian influences, representing the multicultural heritage of this border region near Bulgaria.
Visitors can access the tower through the central square, with regular opening hours from Monday to Saturday and guided tours available upon reservation.
The clock mechanism, discovered during renovations in 2005, remains preserved at the Teohari Antonescu History Museum, while a newer system operates the current timepiece.
Location: Giurgiu
Location: Giurgiu County
Architectural style: Ottoman architecture
Address: Piața Unirii, municipiul Giurgiu
GPS coordinates: 43.89034,25.96478
Latest update: March 6, 2025 11:37
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