Astronomical Clock

Astronomical Clock - Architectural attraction in Old Batumi, located on the reconstructed tower of the National Bank of Georgia.

“Astronomical Clock” equipped with special devices shows us not only real-time but also astronomical information, like the position of the sun, moon, zodiac constellation and planets. It also shows the meridian, the horizon, sunrise and sunset according to sun motion, the age of the moon and the actual motion of the moon around the earth.

Astronomical Clock was created in Germany by the order of Batumi city council in 2010 and it cost 1,700,000 GEL. The clock set on the tower is similar to the clock, which is on the town hall of Prague. There is a special desk in front of the clock, explaining the purpose and rules of the use of the astronomical clock.