Steam Clock

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The steam clock is not only a symbol of Gastown, but also a place where everyone must check in when they go to Vancouver. It has a history of one hundred and fifty years, a very beautiful big clock that will ring every 15 minutes

[There are not many people during the lockdown] The steam clock in Vancouver Gastown has a history of 150 years. It rings every fifteen minutes. ​​​[Finally hit it]! Not easy! !

Vancouver must go to check-in! The Steam Clock, located on Water Street in Vancouver Gastown, is the first steam-driven clock in the world. It has been erected here since 1977, and it has continued to ring every 15 minutes for hundreds of years. The flute tells the time and stands upright as a historic landmark in Vancouver. As a must-visit tourist attraction in Vancouver, tourists come to take pictures and check in regardless of day or night. It was just after six o'clock when I arrived, and I missed a round of announcements, so I chose to hang around in the neighborhood. Wait till seven! The bell can finally be heard! Stopping by the steam clock, watching the white steam roaring out, accompanied by the sound of the horn, as if returning to the ancient steam age. The bell rang, and diners in nearby restaurants also ran out to take pictures. The steam clock is 2 meters high and has clock faces on all sides. Below the dial is completely transparent. The operation of the parts can be clearly seen. It uses steam as power to drive the transmission mechanism of the clock. Steam is ejected every 15 minutes, making it a unique thing in Vancouver. landscape. At the beginning of the lanterns, the street lights came on one after another, and the night scene was beautiful.

Vancouver•Steam Clock This steam clock is located on Water Street in Vancouver Gastown. It is powered by steam and has a history of more than 150 years. The clock is 2 meters high and has clock faces on all sides. The bottom of the clock is completely transparent. Clearly see the operation of the parts. This is an iconic work of Vancouver's ancient municipality, and it is also a very distinctive attraction.

The steam clock is a landmark in Gastown. It can also be said to be one of Vancouver's landmarks. Almost everyone who travels to Vancouver will come to check in. We are no exception. It is a beautiful clock with exquisite work.