25/11/2024
⏰✨BARCELONA’S TIMELESS LANDMARK: THE VIA LAIETANA CLOCK✨⏰
In the heart of Barcelona, the Rellotge de lluma de la Via Laietana stands as a unique piece of the city’s history and innovation. This distinctive clock first lit up the skyline on New Year’s Eve in 1935, crafted by watchmaker Juan Cabrerizo at the request of Blanca Rosés, a local businesswoman looking to attract clients with an unforgettable landmark.
Built from artificial stone, brass fittings, and frosted glass discs, the clock impresses with its glowing spheres that display the time. At its center, an emblem of the god Hermes and the Barcelona crest mark the legacy of the bank it originally advertised. Though time has weathered this historical treasure, it remains an iconic sight, casting its soft glow over the bustling Via Laietana—a timeless symbol in a city full of life.
📍 Location: Via Laietana, 69.
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