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A Modern, Thriving Society

Big Ben

Big Ben is the nickname for the great bell of the clock at the Houses of Parliament in London. Many people call the clock Big Ben as well. The clock is over 150 years old and is a popular tourist attraction. The clock tower is named ‘Elizabeth Tower’ in honour of Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee in 2012.

Big Ben, the iconic clock tower at the Palace of Westminster in London
Big Ben, the iconic clock tower at the Palace of Westminster in LondonDiliff / Wikimedia Commons / CC-BY-2.5

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