Batumi Astronomical Clock

To increase the tourist appeal of Batumi, in 2010 the city government decided to launch a unique Astronomical clock About installation.

This clock is in the center of Batumi, old National Bank It was placed on a beautiful building. Its architectural elements – beautiful stained glass windows, mosaics and the surrounding Europe Square Sights – make this unique mechanism even more attractive.

Nowadays, Batumi Astronomical Clock It is one of the most popular tourist attractions, visited by almost every visitor to the city.

Although this clock is not as old as its counterparts in Prague and Paris, its uniqueness and informative content arouse great interest. The clock shows:

• The position of the sun and moon,
• The placement of the zodiac signs and planets,
• Horizon, meridian, sunrise and sunset times,
• The phases of the moon and its actual movement around the Earth.

Although this data is difficult for some to comprehend, For astronomy enthusiasts They can find interesting information with the help of a special information board, which is located on the opposite side of the clock.

I recommend that you visit the Batumi Astronomical Clock twice – During the day and in the eveningDuring the day, you can see the details better, while at night, the illuminated building resembles a fairy-tale palace and provides the perfect opportunity to take photos.