Sri Lanka is gearing up to rival one of the world’s most iconic landmarks, London’s Big Ben, with the construction of a 15-metre Grand Clock at the Colombo Port City, part of the ambitious US$540 million Clothespin Towers project, it was reported.
While Big Ben stands tall at 96 metres in London, Sri Lanka’s version is designed not to match its height, but to challenge its symbolic stature and global recognition.
According to the Sunday Times, the Grand Clock will anchor what is poised to become the world’s largest vertical art gallery, with every floor of the twin towers functioning as immersive exhibition spaces.
The entire structure is expected to be submitted for Guinness World Record recognition as the largest art piece in the world, transforming Colombo into a hub of artistic and architectural innovation.
The project, led by Clothespin Management and Development (Pvt) Ltd., is one of four mega developments at the Colombo Port City.
The project is part of a strategic development initiative, with 25-year tax exemptions granted by the Sri Lankan government, including relief from income tax, VAT, customs duties, and employment regulations.
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, in his role as Minister of Finance, issued the gazette notifications this week.
Beyond its record-breaking aspirations, Clothespin Towers will feature luxury residences, a seven-star hotel, high-end retail outlets, and elite office spaces.
The development spans 24,324 square meters and is expected to generate 280 jobs in its first year, positioning Colombo as a rising global hub for art, architecture, and investment. (Newswire)
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