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The Prague astronomical clock or Prague Orloj (Czech: Pražský orloj [praʃskiː orloj]) is a medieval astronomical clock attached to the Old Town Hall in Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic. The clock was first installed in 1410, making it the third-oldest astronomical clock in the world and the oldest clock still in operation.
- Old Town Square
Prague Orloj is a medieval astronomical clock mounted on the...
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Face of the Prague astronomical clock, in Old Town Square....
- Old Town Square
Astronomical Clock. The mediaeval tower clock is located at the southern side of the Old Town Hall Tower. When the clock strikes the hour (from 9.00 a.m. to 11.00 p.m.), the procession of the Twelve Apostles sets in motion. Show on map.
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The Prague Astronomical Clock is one of the world's oldest fully functional astronomical clocks.
The oldest part of the complex consists of the southern wing a beautiful Gothic tower with a bay chapel and a unique astronomical clock – known as the Orloj – where, every hour between 9 am and 11 pm, the twelve apostles appear.
Prague Astronomical Clock (Orloj Clock) – the mysterious jewel of the Old Town Square. Czech name: Pražský Orloj. When you’re doing Prague sightseeing, you won’t want to miss a chance to see the medieval Orloj Clock Prague. The c lock dates back to 1410, making it the third-oldest clock of its kind that is still in operation .
