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Há 2 dias · The Tower of London, officially His Majesty's Royal Palace and Fortress of the Tower of London, is a historic castle on the north bank of the River Thames in central London, England.
Há 5 dias · There’s a lot to see and do at the Tower of London, from seeing the Crown Jewels to learning the legend of the ravens. In this guide to visiting the Tower of London (officially known as Her Majesty’s Royal Palace and Fortress of the Tower of London), I’m going to tell you everything you need to know to plan your visit.
Há 5 dias · With nearly a thousand years of history, the Tower of London is the oldest intact building in the capital. The White Tower was the first part to be constructed, at the behest of William the Conqueror, who wanted a formidable Norman fortress as the ultimate power symbol.
Há 4 dias · The Tower of London and the River Thames. The earliest part of the fortification, the White Tower (centre right), was built in the 11th century and was later topped by four cupolas; the Traitors' Gate (centre left) dates from the 13th century.
Há 3 dias · What is London? When was London founded? Was London bombed during World War II? What is London known for? Where is London located? London; Thames River. The Thames River flowing through London. London, city, capital of the United Kingdom.
- London is the capital city of the United Kingdom. It is the U.K.’s largest metropolis and its economic, transportation, and cultural centre. London...
- London’s founding can be traced to 43 CE, when the Roman armies began their occupation of Britain under Emperor Claudius. At a point just north of...
- During World War II London suffered intense aerial bombardment by Nazi forces during the Blitz, a campaign from September 1940 to May 1941 that dev...
- London is one of the world’s most cosmopolitan cities. It is the largest metropolis in the United Kingdom, and it is also the country’s economic, t...
- London is situated in southeastern England, lying on both sides of the River Thames some 50 miles (80 km) upstream from its estuary on the North Sea.
Há 5 dias · The Tower of London’s most notorious jail, the Bloody Tower housed a number of prominent prisoners over the years, including two Archbishops of Canterbury and, prior to his execution, Sir Walter Raleigh. But the Tower’s most infamous inhabitants were undoubtedly the two young princes, Edward V, 12, and his nine-year-old brother Richard.
Há 5 dias · The Tower of London. History! If you like the TV show Game of Thrones (and who doesn’t?), then you’ll love the Tower of London. This place was home to so much plotting, scheming, death and betrayals that it almost makes George’s epic tale of Westeros seem pale in comparison.
