Big Ben

• The shape of Big Ben clock tower has become famous all over the world because of its uniqueness and it has now become a symbol of London.
• Big Ben London represents the history of ages as its construction started in 1843 and lasted till 1859.
• The bell placed on the top weighs around 15.1 tons and carrying it all the way up and placing it to perfection was done through a well-planned process.
• Even today the above part of the clock tower is illuminated when parliament is in session.
• The clock of the Big Ben Clock Tower is accurate and has barely ever stopped working.
• The tour charges to climb Big Ben were absolutely free, but recently the tour to Big Ben was put to a stop due to the restoration work which began in 2017.

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• Big Ben located in the northern region of Westminster in London represents both British Parliament and Democracy.
• Big Ben’s construction started in the year 1843 and was completed by 1859
• The space above the clock is always illuminated when Parliament is in session.
• History of Big Ben London runs back to the age of its construction, i e 1843.
• The construction was completed within a span of 16 years and the building has been administered for restoration work 3 times, 1943, 1956 and in 2017 respectively.
• When the palace of Westminster was set on fire, it was decided that the next Parliament should have a clock tower too, which led to the construction of Big Ben.

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• The official name of Big Ben London was clock tower and unofficially it was addressed as Big Ben.
• Big Ben is believed to be named after Sir. Benjamin Hall, who was the President of the boards back then.
• It took 16 years to complete Big Ben's construction (1843-1859).
• Restoration projects of Big Ben happened in the years 1934, 1956 and 2017.
• The great bell of Big Ben weighs 15.1 tons.
• The Clock Tower is known for its accuracy and four sides facing striking chimes
• Recognized as the largest ever clock tower in the world.
• The official name Clock Tower was renamed to Elizabeth Tower in the year 2012.
• The name was changed in accordance with the diamond jubilee function of Queen Elizabeth II.
• Big Ben's time keeping is strictly monitored and regulated by a stack of coins placed on a huge pendulum.
• When the British parliament is in session, the light above the clock faces is illuminated.
• On 31st December 1923, the chimes of Big Ben were broadcasted on BBC for the first time and the practice continues till date.

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