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Mumbai to Mirzapur: Famous clock towers in India

Towers stand tall as sentinels of country’s rich history



Rajabai Clock Tower, Mumbai:

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The Rajabai Clock Tower is located in the confines of the Fort campus of the University of Mumbai. Standing at a height of 85 metres, the beautiful clock tower was erected during the reign of the British Empire in India. Rajabai Tower is one of the major tourist attractions in Mumbai.

Chaura Bazaar Clock Tower, Ludhiana:

Chaura Bazaar Clock Tower
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The Ghanta Ghar, or Clock Tower, is one of the oldest sites in Ludhiana More than 100 years old, the Clock Tower was built in the memory of Queen Victoria.

Secunderabad Clock Tower, Hyderabad:

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Secunderabad Clock Tower is located in the Secunderabad region of Hyderabad. Standing at a height of 37 metres, an image of the tower was incorporated into the logo designed for Secunderabad’s 200th year celebrations.

Clock Tower Dehradun:

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The Ghanta Ghar, or Clock Tower of Dehradun, is a giant structure with six functioning clocks, located at the Centre of the city. Dehradun has many beautiful old buildings including Clock Tower, Forest Research Institute, Darbar Sahib, Jama Masjid, Osho Meditation Centre and Morrison Memorial Church.

Ghanta Ghar Mirzapur:

Ghanta Ghar Mirzapur
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The famous Ghanta Ghar of Mirzapur is located in the city corporation, three kilometres from the Mirzapur Railway Station. It was constructed in the year 1891. The structure is made up of finely carved stone with a 1,000kg alloy metal bell.

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Clock Tower Murshidabad:

Clock Tower Murshidabad
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The Clock Tower of Murshidabad is located in the Nizamat Fort Campus. It lies in the garden spaces between the Nizamat Imambara and the Hazarduari Palace. The clock tower is characterised by a heavy-sounding bell.

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