Fresh flower clock blossoms in Geneva

A famous Swiss clock that combines floral splendour with precision time-telling has been given a facelift in Geneva.

This content was published on May 30, 2017 - 13:07

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12 horas y 6 500 flores
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Meio-dia e 6.500 flores
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ジュネーブの花時計、新たな装い
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مزاوجة بين جمال المشهد ودقة الصنعة
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日内瓦花钟旧貌换新颜
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The “L’horloge fleurie” or Flower Clock,External link was first created in 1955 and has now received new hands and an updated clock mechanism. The overhaul cost CHF50,000 ($51,200) and took two months to carry out. The clock, which is made up of more than 6,500 flowers, is one of the city’s most popular tourist attractions.

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