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PookyCake
Victoria, Canada13,816 contributions
Beautiful Landmark at the Old Port
May 2023 • Couples
Erected in 1922 at the entrance to Montreal’s Old Port, and dedicated to the seamen who lost their lives in the First World War, the Clock Tower can be seen from miles away. It is a prominent landmark in Montreal’s skyline and it calls and beckons to those relatively near. Indeed, as my partner and I ambled towards the Old Port, the Clock Tower certainly called us over. The Tower’s Beux-Arts architectural style, concomitant with its prominent position, is attractive to the eye.

I will admit, in this instance, that walking towards the Clock Tower was something of a chore due to a foot issue I’d been dealing with at the time. In fact, it had pretty much hindered our entire day trip to Montreal; however, it was still nice to get out and observe a few important sites like le old Clock Tower in le Old Port.

Getting up close to the tower, you really begin to appreciate it. Standing nearly 150 feet tall, the Clock Tower is made primarily of concrete. Its all-white colour causes it to sit brilliantly against the backdrop of the mighty St. Lawrence and the Old Port of Montreal – shining like a metaphorical light into the past and future all at once. Consider:

The Montreal Clock Tower was built at the end of World War I. At the time, there was a strong will and sentiment to build a monument to those whose lives were lost far too soon. Hence, this tower, which was also known as the Sailors Memorial Clock Tower because of the poignant dedication on the tower’s north wall. It also served as a literal beacon to the vessels traveling in and out of the Old Port, most of which were shipping grain. In this respect, the Clock Tower is very much a reflection of the political, economic and social environment of the time.

In the current day, while the memorial to the fallen sailors is still powerful, the Clock Tower serves more of a symbolic purpose. It was a witness to the golden age of the Port, and functioned as a literal beacon. Now, it is an emblematic monument to that time and that place – formally recognized as one of Canada’s “Historic Places” in 1996. Of course, there’s a bit of tourism tossed in with the viewing tower (which was closed at the time of our visit), but that’s par for the course.

Clock Tower Beach sits below the tower, but we did not visit the fake beach.

A personal aside: I’m not sure if I’m tired or just getting tired of writing reviews. This one took me a fair while to put together. Hmmm. . .
Written 16 November 2023
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Dimitris L
Sydney, Australia44,501 contributions
Tall tower
Sep 2023 • Couples
The Montreal Clock Tower, or Tour de l’Horloge in French, is located at the entry point to the Old Port. Construction of the tower was completed in 1922 and it was dedicated to the seamen who died in World War I. It’s quite a tall building with a clock at the top. It can be seen from a distance.
Written 12 November 2023
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LostInTime
Pittsburgh, PA11,608 contributions
Clock.
Aug 2023 • Family
There is a clock tower out on what looks like in once was an island. It’s visible from pretty far away. It looks old and interesting.
Written 11 August 2023
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Thomas V
Oakland, CA16,407 contributions
The Clock Tower
Oct 2022
It's a somewhat tall tower at the entrance to the old port near the ferris wheel. You will note it as you walk around, but I do not recommend that you go out of your way to see it.
Written 27 November 2022
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Philip P
Herentals, Belgium1,385 contributions
Looking outside
Jun 2022
At the entrance of the harbour, on a corner, ideal for turning halfway the walk of the old harbour. Nice tower but the river (what a currents!) makes it really an attraction.
Written 1 November 2022
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Shai & Huvi
Israel344 contributions
Cool pic
Dec 2021
Not much to see but it makes for a cool picture... Oh and if you need to know the time I guess. Bring a sweater!
Written 6 September 2022
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Explorer_IM
Cambridge, Canada501 contributions
Clock tower near the Giant wheel
Apr 2022
We went for the view of Montreal from top in the Giant wheel and decided to explore the near by areas. We saw this Clock tower on banks of magnificent St Lawrence river.
Written 2 May 2022
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Reza Sattarzadeh
Muscat, Oman2,221 contributions
Iconic spot
Jul 2020 • Solo
It's impossible to walk around old Montreal and not come across the clock tower. The area around the tower is the Montreal harbour and it is a very good spot to go for long walks. The are also provides very good photo shooting opportunities.
Written 5 December 2020
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Ashish D
Kolkata (Calcutta), India795 contributions
Standing tall, even after decades!
Sep 2019
A historic monument, which has withstood the time and tide. Great vantage point to view the city and the river front!
Written 29 December 2019
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Sachin K
New York City, NY5,857 contributions
Amazing
Jun 2019 • Family
Montreal Clock Tower is amazing and impressive and can be viewed from several places alongside the old port. One can even climb to the top of same for some unique views of the surroundings.
Written 23 November 2019
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