The Clock Tower is one of the main military monuments in Transylvania, and a symbol of Sighisoara. Originally, this building was a gate into the city; out of the 14 towers, only 9 remain standing. Subsequently, its importance grew, and the height of the tower reached 64 meters. The roof was damaged during a fire and was rebuilt in a Baroque style during 1677. Its four smaller corner towers add to its remarkable beauty.
For a long time the tower was used as the City Hall, and in the 18th century the clocks were added, each of them 2.4 meters in diameter.
The tower now houses the museum of Sighisoara, thanks to various Saxon donors. The museum’s collection, which continues to grow, helps complement the historic identity of Sighisoara and Transylvania.
Other towers in the city are sometimes used for demonstrations and activities for which they are identified. Some examples are the Butchers’ Tower, the Tailors’ Tower, and the Leatherworkers’ Tower.