The world's largest and most complex mechanical astronomical clock, built in 1933 in the cathedral bell tower. Daily at noon it comes alive with moving gilded bronze statues, roaring lion, crowing rooster, and religious scenes depicting Messina's history
Astronomical clock show at noon is free. Bell tower visit may require fee
Arrive by 11:45 AM to get a good spot for the noon show. The show lasts about 12 minutes
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The show lasts about 12 minutes and starts exactly at noon. It features a procession of moving gilded bronze statues representing religious scenes from Messina's history
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