Sakhat Kula Clock Tower
Ulcinj 85360 Postal Area, Montenegro
Description:
The Sakhat Kula Clock Tower is a Turkish tower located in the Montenegrin capital. Sakhat Kula is a national monument that is under state protection.
The tower was created in the XVII century during the reign of the Ottoman Empire and was considered the main symbol of the captured city. Since its construction, it has fully survived to our time, despite the devastating bombing of its surroundings during World War II.
The total height of the tower is sixteen meters. At the top of the tower is a high metal cross. On Sahat Kula there is a special clock, which was brought here from Italy. For several years, they were the only source of proper time in the city. Every half hour there was a loud ringing of bells located on the tower.
The tower is still a symbol of the Turkish quarter in the city. Near it is the central city square.