Clock Tower Museum, Museum in a clock tower near Al-Haram Mosque, Mecca, Saudi Arabia
The Clock Tower Museum occupies a tower building adjacent to Al-Haram Mosque and spreads across multiple floors with exhibitions. The collections cover the universe, celestial bodies, and various timekeeping methods from human history.
The museum opened in 2012 and sits in one of the world's tallest buildings at a significant religious location. The site was chosen to highlight the connection between time and spirituality at this central place.
Each floor presents different approaches to measuring time, from ancient methods to modern techniques, woven together with relevant verses from Islamic texts. The space connects knowledge about time with spiritual meanings that become tangible for visitors.
You'll find the exhibition spread across multiple levels with clear signage guiding you through the collections. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes and allow plenty of time to explore the different floors and their contents.
The tower's clock face is illuminated with thousands of lights during the call to prayer, making it visible from far away. This nighttime light display connects timekeeping with religious practice in a visually striking way.
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