Balıkesir Clock Tower, Ottoman clock tower in Balıkesir, Turkey.
The stone tower rises 20 meters into the sky, featuring a square base, ornamental details, and mechanical clock faces on multiple sides.
Built in 1827 by Giridizade Mehmet Pasha, the structure represents Sultan Abdülhamid II's initiative to establish timekeeping monuments throughout the Ottoman Empire.
The clock tower serves as a central meeting point for residents and represents the transition of Turkish society toward standardized time measurement.
Located in the heart of Balıkesir, the tower remains operational and helps pedestrians track time while providing a reference point for navigation.
Each of the tower's four clock faces maintains precise time through an intricate system of weights and gears that requires regular maintenance.
Location: Balıkesir
Inception: 1827
Architectural style: Ottoman architecture
Height: 20 m
GPS coordinates: 39.64528,27.87917
Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:21
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