Tourist attraction
Clock Tower Elena - the symbol o...

Remarkable and original monument in Helena, of national importance, is the tower of the town clock. Place and is aptly chosen to see and hear from every part of the city. Clock Tower, the dome of the church "Assumption " and the bell tower are triple vertical dominance that marks public religious center.

Built in 1812 by an unknown artist Elena The bell was poured in Gabrovo, as evidenced by the inscription on it. The tower was renovated in 1857 and 1858 by the famous r Master Chief Tsoncho, strengthened in 1953 and completely restored in 1987 .

The tower consists of three parts, which are in a harmonic ratio. The lower part is a stone on a square base, 12.5 meters high and is illuminated by narrow vent. The middle part is an eight prism with flimsy walls, plastered and covered with copper sheets. Here is the clockwork. The top part is again a square base of very light wooden structure open on all sides. Here is a hanging bell. The roof is conical, trimmed with copper sheets and ends spiked with four lead balls.

It is impossible if you visit Elena, do not hear the clock tower - one of the most - important and valued character in a well-deserved place in the town crest.