The clock tower, built to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Abdulhamid II's throne, is one of Izmir's most important landmarks. The tower has an important place in the Ottoman clock towers that were built during the same period with its original architecture and elegant appearance. A clock tower with a fountain is located in Konak Square, the most famous and the oldest square in Izmir. The clock tower has been a meeting point for the inhabitants of Izmir and witnessed social and political changes as a historical urban symbol for more than a hundred years. For the construction of the tower, a construction commission consisting of the Governor Mehmet Kamil Pasha, the Navy Mirlald Saeed Pasha and the Mayor Ashraf Pasha were established. The Commission sees the design of the architect of the architect Raymond Charles Pere in the style of Arab architecture. The groundbreaking ceremony of the construction is decided to take place on September 1, 1900, the 24th anniversary of Abdulhamid II's ascent to the throne. A celebration committee is established for the ground-breaking ceremony and the foundation pits are excavated quickly. For the ceremony, a model of the clock tower is made of wood and placed in Konak Square. Approximately seven meters in height, the model is decorated with illumination and a good view is provided. Due to the cost of building the tower, the public is supported by an aid campaign initiated. In the end, although the clock has such shortcomings, the construction of the tower is completed in August 1901 in general terms. The opening ceremony is held on 1 September 1901 with a big ceremony.