Jam Gadang

The clock tower, known as Jam Gadang, is a notable landmark and tourist attraction in Bukittinggi, West Sumatra, Indonesia. It is located in the heart of the city, near Pasar Ateh, the city's largest market. On each face, there are big clocks. Bernard Vortmann of Recklinghausen, Germany, created four clocks for the tower, which were sent through Rotterdam. Each clock face is 80 cm in diameter (31 in). The number 4 is represented as "IIII" rather than the customary Roman numeral "IV" on the clocks. The tower's cornerstone was laid by Rook Maker's 6-year-old son, who was the city secretary of Bukittinggi at the time.

The Jam Gadang tower is a Bukittinggi landmark and the city's principal tourist attraction. The building is frequently the subject of local souvenirs due to its unique look. It is printed on clothing, painted, sculpted, and used as a model for magnet design, among other things. Tourists visiting Bukittinggi frequently snap photos in front of the tower, and locals provide photographic services for this reason. Tourists used to be able to climb to the top of the tower, but as of 2016, they must get formal authorization. The Jam Gadang attracts a large number of visitors who come with their families or friends. Many hotels, as well as traditional horse-drawn carriages known as bendi, are located near Jam Gadang.

Location: Bukittinggi, Indonesia