Menara Jam Besar, Sg. Petani

Menara Jam Besar, Sg. Petani

Menara Jam Besar is located in Jalan Putera, Alor Setar, Kedah. It was built in 1912 and is now approximately 100 years old. Arrive at certain times, this clock will chime. In terms of design, there are two elements that are highlighted here, namely Islamic and Hindu elements.

Islamic elements can be seen on the dome part along with the crescent moon symbol that can usually be seen in mosques. So are the carvings found around this tower. But, if you look at the lower part of the minaret, the carvings symbolize Hindu elements, especially at the entrance.

The construction of this Big Clock building is closely related to the adjacent Zahir Mosque in terms of its role and function. It provides convenience to the public, especially Bilal who is on duty at the mosque to determine the time of prayer before the call to prayer. In the past, the clock in this minaret would ring every time before prayer time and was followed by the nobat beat which would be played in the Nobat Hall and immediately after the call to prayer would be chanted from the Zahir Mosque.