- It is often mistakenly called "Big Ben"—which is actually the main bell housed within the tower. The clock tower has also been referred to as St Stephen's Tower.
- The history of the Big Ben Clock Tower at Westminster dates back to the 13th Century but the tower as we now know it has its roots in 19th Century Britain.
- That’s right – this famous London landmark isn’t officially named Big Ben. For hundreds of years, it used to be called, simply, the Clock Tower.
- In this article, we will explore 100 fascinating facts about Big Ben, from its construction to its current status as one of the most famous landmarks in the world.
- The name Big Ben actually refers to the clock’s massive bell, of 13 tons, that sits inside of the tower.
- These 90-minute tours of Big Ben take you up the Elizabeth Tower, behind the clock faces, and into the belfry to see Big Ben itself.
- Officially Elizabeth Tower but more commonly known as Big Ben, the clock tower of Westminster Palace is a world-famous landmark.
- 1) Big Ben, bilinenin aksine saat kulesinin ismi değil, kulenin içinde bulunan çana verilen isimdir. ... 2) Big Ben çanı oldukça büyük ve ağır bir çandır.
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- 6. How big is Big Ben’s clock tower?
- 7. The clock tower actually has 5 bells
- Big Ben is a tower clock known for its accuracy and for its massive hour bell . ... Watch professionals changing the time on the Big Ben Clock at 2 a.m.