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Husainabad Clock Tower : ウィキペディア英語版 | Husainabad Clock Tower
''Husainabad Clock Tower'' is a clock tower located in the Lucknow city of India. It was constructed in 1881 by Nawab Nasir-ud-din Haider to mark the arrival of Sir George Couper, 1st Lieutenant Governor of United Province of Avadh. It was built at a cost of Rs. 1.75 lakhs.〔(【引用サイトリンク】title=Hussainabad Clock tower, Ghanta Ghar - Lucknow )〕 ==History== It is located adjacent to the Rumi Darwaza, and is a perfect example to the artistic and structural skills of the Englishmen. Built in the year 1881, Husainabad clock tower is adjudged as the tallest among all the clock towers in India. it was built as a replica to the BIGBEN clock tower of london. Roskell Payne designed this structure of 67 meter high and it reflects Victorian and Gothic style structural designs. Gunmetal is used for building the clock parts. It’s gigantic pendulum has a length of 14 feet and the dial of the clock is designed in the shape of a 12-petalled flower and bells around it.〔(【引用サイトリンク】title=Husainabad Clock Tower - The Tallest Clock Tower of India - CNN iReport )〕
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