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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Big_BenBig Ben - Wikipedia

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   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.

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3. www.parliament.uk › bigbenBig Ben - UK Parliament

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   The official Big Ben page for UK Parliament. Discover the latest news about the Elizabeth Tower conservation project, and fascinating facts and history about iconic Big Ben, probably the world's most famous clock.

4. www.britannica.com › topic › Big-Ben-clock-LondonBig Ben | History, Renovation, & Facts | Britannica

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   Jul 16, 2024 · Big Ben, London tower clock famous for its accuracy and for its massive bell. Strictly speaking, the name refers to only the great hour bell, but it is commonly associated with the whole clock tower at the northern end of the Houses of Parliament. Learn more about Big Ben in this article.

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     Watch professionals changing the time on the Big Ben Clock at 2 a.m
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     Hear the chimes of Big Ben as it strikes 12 o'clock
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     Take a trip inside the Big Ben in London

5. www.visitlondon.com › london-attraction › big-benBig Ben in London - fun facts, history and information

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   Learn about the iconic clock tower and its massive bell, Big Ben, at the Houses of Parliament. Find out how to visit, hear and see Big Ben, and discover its origins and fun facts.

6. www.parliament.uk › big-ben-tourBig Ben tours - UK Parliament

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   Book a guided tour of the Elizabeth Tower to see the iconic Big Ben bell and the clock mechanism. Learn about the conservation project and the history of the tower, but be prepared for 334 steps and loud noise.

7. www.historyhit.com › locations › big-benBig Ben - History and Facts | History Hit

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   Mar 19, 2021 · Learn about the origin, construction and significance of Big Ben, the iconic clock tower of the Houses of Parliament in London. Find out how to visit, explore and enjoy this Victorian masterpiece and its surroundings.

8. www.parliament.uk › palace › big-benFacts and figures: Big Ben and Elizabeth Tower - UK Parliament

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   Learn about the history, structure and features of Big Ben, the Great Bell, and the Elizabeth Tower, the iconic clocktower of the UK Parliament. Discover how the clock mechanism works, how many steps it takes to reach the top, and how the bells sound.

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   What are some interesting facts about Big Ben?

   • Explore lots of interesting facts about Big Ben - many of them things you (probably) didn't know. Imagine 21 London buses sitting on top of each other. That’s the height of the Elizabeth Tower. 11 floors. 96 metres. It’s a long climb to the top. 292 steps to the clock faces and 334 steps to the Belfry where Big Ben, the Great Bell, hangs.

   Facts and figures: Big Ben and Elizabeth Tower - UK Parliament

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   Why is the Tower of London called Big Ben?

   • Another popular, although less likely, theory is that it was named after Ben Caunt, a champion heavyweight boxer of the mid-19th century who also went by the nickname. Today Big Ben is one of the most recognisable symbols of London in the world, with the catchy nickname now encompassing the clock tower as a whole.

   Big Ben - History and Facts | History Hit

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   Why is it called Big Ben?

   • 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 was largely destroyed by fire on 16 October 1834.

   Big Ben - Wikipedia

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   Where is Big Ben in London?

   • Big Ben is found in the Elizabeth Tower at the north end of The Houses of Parliament in Westminster, Central London, next to the river Thames. There are several London bus routes that go past the tower, and Westminster Tube station is directly across the road, serviced by the Jubilee, District and Circle lines.

   Big Ben in London - fun facts, history and information

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