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When: Every day 10am & 12pm every day
Where: The meeting point is in front of the ehemaliges Kaiserliches Postfuhramt Berlin, Oranienburger Straße, 10117 Berlin, Germany, next to the entrance.
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What is the World Clock on Alexanderplatz in Berlin, Germany?

by | Mar 7, 2024 | Walking Tour

Berlin’s celebrated public plaza Alexanderplatz exists at the city’s center in Germany. One of its most iconic attractions

One distinguishable feature stands as the World Clockidentified by its German name Weltzeituhr. A unique timekeepers monument at Weltzeituhr serves as Berlin’s distinctive landmark displaying worldwide time information.

the time in different cities around the world. A detailed examination follows regarding this topic’s importance and operation.

landmark.

History and Design

The World Clock received its place at Alexanderplatz in 1969 as part of East Germany’s celebrations for its 20th anniversary.

Republic (East Germany). Engineer Erich John with clock specialist Hans-Joachim Kunsch designed the timekeeping structure.

builder.

A projecting cylinder at ten meters tall makes up this clock structure. Each side represents

Each time zone features a different major city name that represents its region.

The printed cities on the clock display their original local languages which ensures an authentic display of worldwide time functions.

Functionality and Significance

As a decorative monument it serves visitors and locals both by providing practical timing features.

and tourists. The revolving cylindrical mechanism maintains real-time correspondence which produces precise time information.

accurate.

People visiting the area can easily view time information for different places worldwide through this convenient system. It can be

Bohemian Travellers benefit greatly from this technological capability to find match sanitation plans across multiple time areas.

plan their activities accordingly.

The World Clock at Alexanderplatz remains an important symbolic structure for people who live in Berlin. It represents the city’s

connection to the global community and showcases its cosmopolitan nature. Many Berlin citizens love this landmark as one of their most important attractions.

The meeting place attracts resident population because the monument stands in the city center.

Tips for Visiting

1. Take a Photo

When seeing Alexanderplatz keep your camera ready to snap a picture of the World Clock. It’s an iconic structure

The Alexanderplatz World Clock functions as a perfect souvenir to collect your memories from Berlin.

2. Check the Time

Checkout local time in cities worldwide through the World Clock feature. Using this attraction offers an engaging way to discover information about

Explorer multiple time zones live on Earth by using this piece to organize your upcoming travel destinations.

3. Explore Alexanderplatz

Spending time at Alexanderplatz provide visitors with ample possibilities for nearby site exploration. You’ll find numerous shops,

restaurants, and cultural attractions near the square.

Conclusion

The World Clock at Alexanderplatz represents both practical time display with its status as a worldwide timepiece symbolism for Berlin’s universal relations.

the world. Its functional layout together with its special design attracts a wide range of visitors from both city dwellers and international travelers.

You must stop by the World Clock due to its dual purposes for time checks or aesthetic enjoyment.

on your visit to Berlin.

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WHAT TO EXPECT

  • 3.5 hours walking tour
  • Berlin’s major highlights
  • Brandenburg Gate
  • Reichstag and Berlin Wall
  • Historical sites

Free Walking Tour Berlin

When: Every day 10am & 12pm every day
Where: The meeting point is in front of the ehemaliges Kaiserliches Postfuhramt Berlin, Oranienburger Straße, 10117 Berlin, Germany, next to the entrance.
Price: Free