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The main bell, officially known as the 'Great Bell' but better known as Big Ben, is the largest bell in the tower and part of the Great Clock of Westminster. It sounds an E-natural. [ 72] The original bell was a 16 ton (16.3- tonne) hour bell, cast on 6 August 1856 in Stockton-on-Tees by John Warner & Sons. [ 4]
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This article provides information about the Big Ben clock tower and the Houses of Parliament in London, United Kingdom. It includes details on their history, design, architecture, maintenance work done over time and how they are designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
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The nickname for the clock tower at the northern end of Houses of Parliament in London borough Westminster. It was formally known as St. Stephen’s Tower until 2012 when it was renamed Elizabeth Tower on occasion of Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee celebrating 60 years on British throne. Designed by Edmund Beckett Denison with Sir George Airy an...
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Learn about the iconic clock tower and its massive bell, Big Ben, at the Houses of Parliament. Find out how to visit, hear and see Big Ben, and discover its origins and fun facts.
Big Ben guide book. This book tells the story of the iconic tower, the Great Clock and bell which became known as 'Big Ben'. Contains over 130 images and illustrations. The official Big Ben page for UK Parliament. Discover the latest news about the Elizabeth Tower conservation project, and fascinating facts and history about iconic Big Ben ...
Sep 2, 2015 · Watch and listen to the iconic sound of Big Ben, the bell in Parliament's Clock Tower, in this dialogue-free video.
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Book a guided tour of the Elizabeth Tower to see the iconic Big Ben bell and the clock mechanism. Learn about the conservation project and the history of the tower, but be prepared for 334 steps and loud noise.
Mar 17, 2022 · One of the world's most recognisable clocks has had a facelift. Restoration on Big Ben's Elizabeth Tower, next to the Houses of Parliament in London, England...
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