- They call it "Tower of London", of course. This fortress is located in the heart of London on the banks of the River Thames on the north shore.
- The Tower of London is not just one tower, but a huge complex of towers, turrets, walls and buildings, all constructed over the last 1,000 years.
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- Inspired by their father Henry, both Mary and her half-sister and successor Elizabeth I had a number of others executed at the Tower of London.
- More pictures: Central London | Tower of London | National Gallery. The most popular fee-charging visitor attraction in Britain.
- The Tower of London played an essential part in the developing history of this city all the way along, let’s explore it a bit.
- The Tower of London is a world heritage site cared for by Historic Royal Palaces and attracts over 3 million visitors a year.
- It became a symbol of William’s power. It was a fortress for his defense, a palace in which to live, and a prison for his enemies. It was named the Tower of London.
- London was an obvious choice for a new castle and so work began on what would become the Tower of London around 1077.
- To keep them fed and cared for, the Tower of London has a Ravenmaster, who also trims the ravens’ flight feathers, thus discouraging them from flying out.