Macedonian Tower
Makedon Kulesi
The surviving tower of the Roman city walls of Hadrianopolis; the archaeological site outside openly displays ancient walls and Byzantine churches.
Macedonian Tower is a surviving part of the city walls of Hadrianopolis, the ancient name of Edirne, from the time of Emperor Hadrian. It was later converted into a clock tower during the Ottoman period, which is why it is also called the Clock Tower. The tower was restored in recent years and is now open to visitors. The archaeological area at its base displays Roman city walls, Byzantine church remains and tombs, and a small exhibition is held inside the tower. You can climb it for views of the old Kaleiçi district. It is not far southwest of the Three Balconied Mosque. Admission is free or low-cost, and opening hours are irregular.
Opening hours
Open during the day (check on site)
Nearby sights
- Üç Şerefeli Mosque
- Old Mosque
- Rüstem Pasha Caravanserai
- Bedesten
- Ali Pasha Bazaar
- Grand Synagogue of Edirne
- Selimiye Arasta
- Selimiye Mosque