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Big Ben (Elizabeth Tower)
Monument and Historic and Protected Site
London
"third-tallest free-standing clock tower in the world."(20 Tips)
"Loved listening to it chime the hour!"(17 Tips)
"Amazing view during the sunset and cloudy weather in the winter."(29 Tips)
"Truly fantastic architecture."(12 Tips)
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_September 16, 2015The iconic Big Ben! Must stop by for a look, even if it's just for a few minutes.
Take the your, arranged via your local MP. Great experience.
M CJanuary 18, 2017Still worth the photos! Make sure to visit Parliament since the clock tower is closed until 2020.
BritannicaAugust 3, 2011Strictly speaking, the name refers to only the great hour bell, but it is commonly associated with the whole clock tower (formally known as St. Stephen’s Tower)
Pugin ; at the time of Barry's visit him to collect the drawings: "I never worked so hard in my life for Mr Barry for tomorrow I render all the designs for finishing his bell tower & it is beautiful."
Irina PozharskayaJanuary 6, 2013The official name of the tower at first was The Tower of St.Stephan. Later it was renamed. Now it is known as Tower of Elisabeth.
London24May 3, 2012The bell of 'Big Ben' weighs 14.5 tonnes. It is the huge size of the bell that inspired Benjamin Hall to give it the name of Big Ben.
Andy McintyreMay 1, 2013London's famous clock tower was renamed the Elizabeth Tower in 2012 in honour and celebration of Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond jubilee.- Haseeb KhanOctober 16, 2014You cannot go to London and not look at Big Ben if you don't look at Big Ben It doesn't feel like London.
You don't have to be checked in here to hear the chimes - head to @Big_Ben_Clock for Big Ben on Twitter
Dimitris KotsiosDecember 12, 2014Take a walk at Westminister bridge whatever time of the day is ! It's fantastic place!
Pratiti MajumdarOctober 5, 2015The iconic Big Ben- clock tower of London- till date I had only seen pictures of it.
A must of you're coming to London. There isn't much to it only the fun of taking pics
Andrea LazzariniNovember 18, 2014No comments can add something to the fame of this tower. This is one of the symbols of Europe.
Robert RoweSeptember 20, 2010...get the time off the largest four-faced chiming clock and the third-tallest free-standing clock tower in the world, which has been telling time since 1859.
- Никита ШвинагирьDecember 27, 2014Amazing and beautiful tower. You see all this beauty as soon as stepping over the tube exit.
Matt BatesJune 3, 2012Fantastic view of the Thames here, extremely full of tourists but otherwise a worthwhile place to stop by.
Time Out LondonFebruary 23, 2012Designed by architect Charles Barry as part of the Palace of Westminster, The Clock Tower was completed in 1859. Read more
Steve HovingtonFebruary 27, 2014Did you know? The minute hands are 4.2 metres long and weigh about 100kg (including counterweights)
Shubham DattaAugust 6, 2014A very busy place in London with lots of tourists and people taking pictures.
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Big Ben (Elizabeth Tower)
Parliament Sq (Bridge St)
London
Greater London
SW1A 0AA
United Kingdom
London
Greater London
SW1A 0AA
United Kingdom
Big Ben is the name given to the Great Bell. The tower housing Big Ben and the four clock dials is called Elizabeth Tower.
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Jennifer Evans - 8.8
"Remember when Extinction Rebellion made a stand here? Also good for dog walking and drinking in the sun."
S Walrond - 8.8
"Popular tourist monument in Trafalgar Square. Don’t climb on the lions, it’s finable offense. Grab a sandwich & coffee from Pret across the road, sit on the monument stairs & watch the world go by."
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"Have visited many times and always enjoy it. Entry fee is steep but worth it. Make sure you use the Audio Guide."
Lisa N - 9.3
"Always busy & touristy, but still a lovely place to walk by when the weather is good!"
Katerina Anna - 8.8
"Always love this place, visited a few times. ☺️ Be there as early before 11am to see the changing of guards, grab a good spot for photos, especially the blooming flowers during spring! 🌻🌷🌼"
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