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1. www.history.com › topics › middle-agesTower of London - HISTORY

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   Jul 18, 2017 · The Tower of London is one of the world’s oldest and most famous prisons, though its original purpose was not to house criminals. In fact, the Tower, which is actually a complex of several...

2. whc.unesco.org › en › listTower of London - UNESCO World Heritage Centre

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   The Tower of London is an internationally famous monument and one of England’s most iconic structures. William the Conqueror built the White Tower in 1066 as a demonstration of Norman power, siting it strategically on the River Thames to act as both fortress and gateway to the capital.

3. britishheritage.org › en › tower-of-londonTower of London | British Heritage

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   ***TOO LONG***The Tower of London, officially Her 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.

4. artsandculture.google.com › story › 8-things-you-need-to-know-about-the-tower-of8 things you need to know about the Tower of London

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   1. The White Tower: 1000 years of history. William the Conqueror started building the White Tower shortly after the Norman Conquest of 1066. The mighty Norman castle was a symbol of royal...

5. www.worldhistory.org › Tower_of_LondonTower of London - World History Encyclopedia

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   Nov 26, 2019 · The Tower of London is a castle located in London alongside the River Thames which was first built by William the Conqueror from c. 1077 and significantly added to over the centuries. Often referred to in England as simply 'the Tower', it has served as a fortress, palace, prison, treasury, arsenal, and zoo.

6. www.nationalgeographic.com › travel › world-heritageTower of London -- World Heritage Site -- National Geographic

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   Nov 15, 2010 · The Tower of London, not a single tower but a large complex, was built as a formidable keep at a strategic spot to guard London and assert Norman control of the capital. It remains an...

7. www.hrp.org.uk › tower-of-london › visitVisit the Tower of London - Historic Royal Palaces

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   For your visit to the Tower of London, we recommend at least three hours to discover the iconic castle, including a visit to the Crown Jewels. What to see on your visit Tower map and walking routes