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    Big Ben - Wikipedia

    Big Ben is the nickname for the Great Bell of the Great Clock of Westminster, and, by extension, for the clock tower itself, which stands at the north end of the Palace of Westminster in London, England. Originally known simply as the Clock Tower, it was renamed Elizabeth Tower in 2012 to mark the Diamond Jubilee of … See more

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    Elizabeth Tower, originally named the Clock Tower, and popularly known as "Big Ben", was built as a part of Charles Barry's design for a new Palace of Westminster after the old palace … See more

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    Big Ben (Great Bell)
    The main bell, officially known as the "Great Bell" but better known as Big Ben, is the largest bell in the tower and part of the Great Clock of Westminster. It sounds an E-natural.
    The original bell … See more

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    • Big Ben Aden; a 22-metre replica built in 1890
    • Kolkata Time Zone Tower in Lake Town, Kolkata, India; a 30-metre replica built in 2015
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    Augustus Pugin drew inspiration from the clockmaker Benjamin Lewis Vulliamy when he designed the dials. Each is made of cast iron sections bolted together. The whole frame is 22.5 feet (6.9 m) in diameter making … See more

    The clock has become a cultural symbol of the United Kingdom, particularly in the visual media. When a television or film-maker wishes to … See more

    On 21 August 2017, Big Ben's chimes fell silent for four years to allow essential restoration work to be carried out on the tower. The decision … See more

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  3. Big Ben in London - fun facts, history and information

  4. Big Ben | History, Renovation, & Facts | Britannica

  5. Big Ben - History and Facts | History Hit

    Mar 19, 2021 · Big Ben is the nickname of the largest bell in the clock tower of the Houses of Parliament in London. Learn about its history, architecture and how to visit this iconic landmark.

  6. The Complete Guide to London's Big Ben - TripSavvy

    Mar 4, 2021 · Big Ben is the name of the giant bell inside the Elizabeth Tower at the Houses of Parliament in London. Learn about its history, how to see it from various viewpoints, and what to do nearby.

  7. Big Ben: Everything You Need to Know About London's …

    Feb 23, 2023 · Big Ben is the nickname of the 15.1-ton bell inside the Elizabeth Tower, a famous clock tower on the north bank of the Thames in London. Learn about its history, construction, features, and how to take a guided tour …

  8. Big Ben: An Architecture Landmark to Visit in London

  9. Big Ben - UK Parliament

  10. Big Ben summary | Britannica

    Big Ben is the name of the clock and its 13-ton bell housed in the tower at the eastern end of Britain’s Houses of Parliament. Learn about its history, design, accuracy, and significance in this article from Britannica.

  11. Big Ben - British Heritage

    Big Ben is the nickname of the Great Bell in the Elizabeth Tower, located at the north end of the Palace of Westminster in London. Learn about its architectural and cultural significance, its role in British history and events, and …

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