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February 22, 2026
New clock installed at Republic Square: A seven-and-a-half-ton timepiece appears on the roundabout
During the night, a new clock, nine meters high and weighing about seven and a half tons, was installed on the roundabout at Republic Square. According to officials, assembly was completed in the early morning hours, and the clock was immediately put into operation and shows the correct time.
TL;DR
- A new clock, nine meters high and weighing seven and a half tons, has been installed at Republic Square.
- The clock uses a French electrical mechanism that automatically adjusts for daylight saving time using GPS.
- Its construction consists of a steel base with an outer casing of cast brass, ensuring a very long lifespan.
- The installation was complex due to the clock's weight and size.
- It is expected to become a new symbol of Belgrade and will accurately display the time for many years.
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