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Sungai Petani Clock Tower

Sungai Petani Clock Tower

Sungai Petani Clock Tower, Malaysia

The Sungai Petani clock tower is situated in the city of Sungai Petani, Kuala Muda District, Kedah, Malaysia.

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History

The clock tower was built to commemorate King George V's Silver Jubilee, marking 25 years on the throne, and was unveiled on 4 June 1936.[1][2] It was donated by Lim Lean Teng, a wealthy Penang businessman, and designed by architect, Chew Eng Eam.[3]

Architecture

The rectangular clock tower is 60 feet high with the clock 40 feet from the ground. Built in the art deco style, it is made of concrete with a granolithic finish to improve durability, and is covered with a golden dome.[1] A bronze memorial plaque reads: "This clock tower was presented to Sungei Patani by Mr. Lim Lean Teng to commemorate the reign of His Majesty King George V. 1910 to 1936."[1]

References

  1. [1]
    "First Memorial to Late King. Clock Tower Unveiled at Sungei Patani". Malaya Tribune. 5 June 1936. p. 12.
  2. [2]
    Teh Leam Seng, Alan (4 June 2023). "'Grand Dame' of Sungai Petani". New Straits Times.
  3. [3]
    "CLOCK TOWER FOR SUNGEI PATANI". The Straits Times. 22 July 1935. p. 13.
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