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Big Ben is famous the world over for being the giant four faced clock in London, England, but infact its not the name of the clock at all. Big Ben is the name of the giant 14-tonne bell that hangs inside the clock tower and chimes every hour of every day in England. The huge bell was hung in 1858 and named after Sir Benjamin Hall, Chief Commissioner of Works at the time the bell was hung. The bell is the second giant bell to be hung, the first one became cracked during a test ringing. However, the present bell also has a slight crack. Big Ben is the largest clock in Britain and has kept exact time for the nation since May 1859. It has four 23ft (7.5m) dials (one on each face) and the minute hand is 14ft long and made of hollow copper for lightness. In England you can hear Big Ben chiming daily the nation over, either on television news or radio.
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The Sanctuary House is a fine hotel in one of London’s oldest and most fashionable areas. It is a short walk from Westminster Abbey and Houses of Parliament. The Fuller’s pub on the ground floor ...
More info and book online.. Price from £90.00 |  |  London Marriott Hotel County HallLondon, Greater London, England (0.3 miles, 0.5 km)
With fantastic views of Big Ben and the River Thames, this historic 5-star Marriott hotel boasts a swimming pool and relaxing spa. Its spacious rooms include luxurious bathrobes and Egyptian cotton s...
More info and book online.. Price from £169.00 |  | InterContinental London WestminsterLondon, Greater London, England (0.3 miles, 0.5 km)
Set within Queen Anne’s Chambers, a former government building, InterContinental London Westminster is situated less than a 5 minutes' walk from Westminster Abbey and Big Ben....
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Between the River Thames and Trafalgar Square, this beautiful 5-star hotel has a luxurious mix of history and modern style. It has an AA Rosette restaurant, a gym and river views....
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