• The site of the Palace of Westminster was known in medieval times as Thorney Island, strategically important due to its location on the banks of the River Thames.
  • The Palace of Westminster is the oldest royal palace in London and a World Heritage site, One of the worlds most recognized building.
  • For ceremonial purposes, the palace retains its original style and status as a royal residence.” http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palace_of_Westminster.
  • 1. The Palace of Westminster is known by other names. The location of the Palace is known by many as the Houses of Parliament.
  • During the Second World War (see The Blitz), the Palace of Westminster was hit by bombs on fourteen separate occasions.
  • The old Palace of Westminster, London, the seat of parliamentary government of the United Kingdom, was destroyed in a fire in 1834.
  • All about Westminster Palace London, what to see inside, ticket price, opening hours, The Palace location, nearby attractions, and hotels.
  • Westminster Palace, also known as the Palace of Westminster, is one of the most iconic landmarks in the United Kingdom.
  • The Palace of Westminster, along with Westminster Abbey and Saint Margaret's Church, has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987.