Architecture / Clock tower
İzmir Clock Tower and Konak Square
Konak, İzmir
The Ottoman clock tower built in 1901, symbol of İzmir, in the middle of Konak Square.
Its story
The Clock Tower was erected in 1901 to mark the 25th anniversary of Abdülhamid II's accession to the throne; its architect was the Levantine Raymond Charles Père. The octagonal tower is surrounded by four fountains, and its clock is known as a gift from the German Emperor Wilhelm II. Together with Konak Mosque and the Government House, the tower is the centerpiece of Konak Square on the seafront. It is within walking distance of Kemeraltı Bazaar and the Konak ferry pier.
Key facts
- Built
- 1901
- Admission
- Open site
- Getting there
- Konak metro, tram and ferry pier
Trip purpose
- Free
- Photography
- Day trip
Location
38.41886, 27.12867
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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C4%B0zmir_Saat_Kulesi | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C4%B0zmir_Clock_Tower