Ghanta Ghar, a historic clock tower in Moradabad, is a symbol of the city's rich colonial past, surrounded by bustling markets and architectural marvels.
Also known as: Chowk Β· Clock Tower
Currency
INR (βΉ)
Best time to visit
October to March
Languages
Hindi Β· Urdu
Coordinates
28.847Β°, 78.756Β°
Key facts
1Ghanta Ghar is one of the oldest clock towers in India
2The tower is made of red sandstone, a popular building material in North India
3The clock tower is 114 feet tall and has four clock faces, each 12 feet in diameter
Timeline
1885: Construction of Ghanta Ghar began under the British Raj
1887: The clock tower was inaugurated on 1st January
1947: India gained independence, and Ghanta Ghar became a symbol of the new nation
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