The Clock Tower was built in 1926 during the Dutch colonial era. It was a gift from the Queen to city's controleur. It was designed by architects Yazin and Sutan Gigi Ameh. Originally a rooster figure was placed on the apex, but it was changed into a Jinja-like ornament during the Japanese occupation. Following Indonesian independence, it was reshaped to its present form resembling traditional Minangkabaun roofs. It is said to have cost 3,000 guilder. (Source: Wikipedia)
On the square are all kinds of activities. I saw many guys in bear or Disney figure suits, you can ofcourse pose with them for a nice picture :) I also saw people posing to get their picture with the Jam Gadang. The same way you see it happen at other landmarks as the Eiffeltower, The Taj Mahal or Chichen Itza... Put your finger on top of the tower :)
But when I walked there I was an attraction also apparently, I was asked a several times to pose for a picture together with some girls :)
One time I asked the same in return :)
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