Tower`s height is 96,3 meters (with a spike).īig Ben has become a popular souvenir for tourists.However, the contemporary tower of Big Ben was built according to Charles Barry’s project in the 19th century, as the old building was destroyed due to the fire of 1834. The history of Big Ben dates back to 1288 Big Ben is only the name of the clock itself along with the bell. Official name of the tower is the “Westminster Palace Clock Tower” or “St. Now here is her monument near the parliament.The last prisoner here was the fighter for female rights Emmeline Pankhurst.Another theory claims that it has been named after Benjamin Caunt, who was one of the well-known heavyweight boxers of the 19th century.īy the way, the tower of Big Ben used to be a prison where some politicians were kept. īenjamin Caunt Benjamin Hall According to one of the theories the clock has been named Big Ben after Sir Benjamin Hall, who directed work on the casting of the bell. Officially, the clock has started its work on. But if you are lucky, you can hear how the bell strikes. Although Big Ben is very popular with spectators, nobody is allowed inside the tower. It’s one of the highest towers of Westminster Palace. Secondly, it’s the largest and the most famous clock in the world. įirstly, it’s the symbol of Great Britain and one of the most beautiful sights of London. Hello, dear friends! Let’s start our excursion to Big Ben! I hope everyone has heard about Big Ben! So, what is it?. Big Ben Author:Milana Islamova Form 4 V Kazan 2015

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