Anker Clock

Anchor clock is a mechanism clock designed on the wall of the connecting passage of the building in the old city of Vienna.
The anchor clock was designed by architect Franz Macche and is designed with a celestial motif. The decoration is a gorgeous watch, but the highlight is not only the decoration but also the mechanism that works exactly every hour, and it is a mechanism that important figures related to Austrian history such as Charlemagne, Rudolf I, Maria Theresia, Haydn appear. I am. It is also a mechanism for all 12 people who appeared every hour at noon to appear, and it is so popular that it is crowded with many tourists during that time.
By the way, the name of the anchor clock seems to have been given because this building is the building of an anchor insurance company. However, it seems that the company name has changed now. ..
Depending on the time of day you visit, it may not be exactly right every hour, but it's still a highlight, and because it's within walking distance of St. Stephen's Cathedral, it's one of the tourist destinations to visit in Vienna. Let's keep it.