Clock on Gardyne's Land, High Street
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Clock on Gardyne's Land, High Street
Image: © kim traynor Taken: 22 May 2011
A 1930s clock bearing a model of William Adam's Old Townhouse which stood in the High Street. It was begun in 1732 and completed two years later. 'The Pillars', as it became known on account of its frontage, was the traditional spot where Dundonians gathered for hogmanay celebrations over the next two centuries. It was demolished in 1932 as part of the City Square development. The clock serves as a permanent reminder of this municipal folly.
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Image Location
Latitude
56.460961
Longitude
-2.969728