Glockenspielplatz (Bell Ringing Square) in Graz, Austria
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Glockenspielplatz is also called the bell ringing area. Until the 20th century, the square was called Fliegenplatz. The square owes its current name to the wine merchant Gottfried Maurer.He's in In 1884 he bought a complex of buildings for a wine shop and his own house located on this square. Gottfried Maurer, visiting northern Germany and Belgium, brought bells, which he installed in his house. In 1905, on Christmas Eve, 24 bells rang for the first time. In addition to the bells, he installed the Glockenspiel - a small clock tower with dancing figures, which is still located in the square. To watch and listen to how Glockenspiel Square works, it is better to visit at 11, 15 and 18 hours. It was at this time that two window sashes open and two figures of wood appear, rotating to the bell ringing. This dancing couple has been on stage for over 100 years. Three times a day, the couple dances to different tunes.    for over 100 years. Three times a day, the couple dances to different tunes. for over 100 years. Three times a day, the couple dances to different tunes.We also recommend reading Carmelite Square in Austria, Graz resort Topic: Glockenspielplatz (Bell Ringing Square) in Graz, Austria. |
