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The Prague Astronomical Clock (Orloj) is an astronomical clock system located in Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, and is considered among the rarest works of medieval engineering. It is a multifunctional instrument that does not only show the concept of time in hours and minutes, but also reflects the positions of the Sun, Moon, and celestial bodies. At first glance, its dial system, which appears complex, aims to depict the celestial dome and the arrangement of constellations. The mec

The Münster Astronomical Clock is a complex clock mechanism located in St. Paulus (Saint Paul) Cathedral in the city of Münster, Germany, showcasing examples of Renaissance engineering. In addition to merely indicating the time, this clock also provides multifaceted astronomical information such as tracking the positions of the Sun and Moon, reflecting calendar data (day, month, year), featuring display sections symbolizing planetary movements, and marking the Zodiac constellations. Considered o