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Tower Bridge Experince (London)

Tower Bridge completed in 1894, soon became a symbol of London. Its two Gothic towers contain the mechanism for raising the roadway to permit large ships to pass through. The towers are made of a supporting steel framework clad in stone. When raised, the roadway creates a space 40 m 035 ftJ high and 60 m (200 ft) wide. In its heyday it was raised and lowered five times a day.

The Tower bridge now houses The Tower Bridge Exhibition, with displays which bring its history to life. There are fine river views from the walkways between the towers, and the steam engine room which was in use until 1976 can be visited.

Tower of London

William the Conqueror built a fortress here to guard the entrance to London from the Thames Estuary. In 1097 the White Tower, which today occupies the center of the complex, was Tower of completed in stone; other fine london raven buildings have been added over the centuries.

The Tower has served as a royal resi¬dence, armory, treasury, and most famously as a prison for enemies of the Crown. Many were tortured and among those who met their death here were the "Princes in the Tower," the sons and heirs of Edward IV.

Today the Tower is a popular attraction, housing the Crown Jewels and other fine exhibits. Thirty seven Yeoman Warders, known as "Beefeaters," guard the complex and live here.

Its most celebrated residents are seven ravens. Legend claims that the kingdom will fall if they desert the Tower.

Open Daily
Closed : December 24-26
Address Tower Hill, London Bridge. The Tower Bridge Exhibition
Phone 020-79403985
Web: www.towerbridge.org.uk

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• Tower Bridge Experince (London)
• Victoria and Albert Museum (London)