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2 days ago · The Tower of London, officially His Majesty's Royal Palace and Fortress of the Tower of London, is a historic castle on the north bank of the River Thames in central London, England. It lies within the London Borough of Tower Hamlets , which is separated from the eastern edge of the square mile of the City of London by the open space known as ...
- White Tower: 1078, Inner Ward: 1190s, Rebuilt: 1285, Wharf expansion: 1377–1399
- 2,984,499 (in 2019)
- 27 metres (89 ft)
- London Borough of Tower Hamlets
1 day ago · The Tower of London is a quintessentially British experience, steeped in history dating back to 1066. It is impossible to overstate the importance of this London icon. Within these hallowed halls sit the treasure of the United Kingdom – the crown jewels. However, you’ll also hear of untold horrors committed by and against kings and queens.
2 days ago · The clock bell in the Elizabeth Tower (commonly known as the Big Ben Tower) of the palace, nicknamed Big Ben, is a landmark of London and the United Kingdom in general. The Palace of Westminster has been a Grade I listed building since 1970 and part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987.
- 112,476 m² (1,210,680 sq ft) (internal)
- 1987 (11th session)
- 1016 and later
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4 days ago · Towers are most often built to use their height for various purposes, and can stand alone or as part of a larger structure. Some common purposes are for telecommunications, and as a viewing platform. The Tokyo Skytree, completed in 2012, is 634 m (2,080 ft), making it the tallest tower in the world.
2 days ago · First published on Wed 24 Apr 2024 05.02 EDT. Four people have been taken to hospital after several military horses broke loose during a morning exercise and bolted through central London ...
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5 days ago · The Ivy Tower Bridge with its riverside location and views of the iconic Tower Bridge and Tower of London, is the perfect location. The restaurant also features a private dining room on the first floor, offering tranquil relaxed yet sophisticated dining with beautiful views across the river.
4 days ago · You’ll struggle to find a better view or steak along the Southbank than at Gaucho Tower Bridge. Our restaurant soars over two, magnificent glass-fronted floors with panoramas of the historic London skyline with the Tower of London and Tower Bridge taking centre stage.
