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Big Ben - The Iconic Clock Tower of London

Big Ben, also known as the Great Bell, resides in London's Elizabeth Tower. Completed in 1854, it became operational on September 7, 1859. A UNESCO-protected symbol of the UK, Big Ben stands at 96 meters tall, boasting the largest four-sided clock and the third tallest free-standing tower worldwide. Despite suffering damage during World War 2, it remains a popular tourist attraction, chiming "God save our Queen Victoria" in Latin every hour.

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Big Ben - The Iconic Clock Tower of London

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  1. Big Ben Nikola Tuček

  2. -First name of Big Benhad been Elizabeth Tower. -Big Ben is the nickname of the great bell. He is in London. -The clock was completed in 1854 years. Watches started working 7 september 1859 year. -It is under the protection of UNESCO. -During World War 2 clock was damaged.

  3. -Big Ben is a symbol of London and the UK -He was named the most popular attractions in the UK

  4. -The tower is 96 meters high. It is the largest four-sided clock ringing and the third tallest tower in the world free. -At every hour in Latin writes: God save our Queen Victoria.

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