Halifax Town Clock

The clock tower of Halifax (English: ( Old ) Town Clock or Citadel Clock Tower ) is a clock tower in the Canadian city of Halifax. Located on the citadel hill tower is the landmark of the provincial capital.

Opened on October 20, 1803 construction is based on an idea by Edward August, the Earl of Kent and Strathearn, back. Supposedly he wanted to curb the tardiness of the local garrison.

The standing on the shingle roof of a white cuboid building tower over the floor plan of an irregular octagon consists of three levels with proportions, as are common in the Palladian style. The lower level is framed by columns. The bright green dome roof is finished with a golden ball. The aligned to the four cardinal light blue dials wearing gold -colored Roman numerals and hands. For the representation of the four- IIII was used instead of the usual form IV.

The mechanism of the clock tower of Halifax was designed by House of Vulliamy of London. It is driven by three weights, gears and a 3.96 -meter-long pendulum. The mechanism is in an iron box in the clock tower. The bells ring on the hour and quarter hour.

The clock tower has been restored several times. In the 1990s, the facade of the clock tower was restored in the original style Georgian. Since 1965, the clock is maintained by employees of the Citadel and tightened twice a week.