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Big Ben

Parliament Square
London, United Kingdom SW1A 2NE

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“Big Ben” is the name of the clock inside this famous tower that also forms part of the Houses of Parliament. Its impressive mechanism weighs in at over 13.5 tons, and the pendulum, which beats once every two seconds, is 13 feet long and weighs 690 pounds. The clock was named “Big Ben” after the First Commissioner of Works, and since 1885 a light above it has been lit while the House of Commons is in session.

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Not just a clock!

Reviewed by miamizkitten on January 17, 2008

miamizkitten's rating:

"One of the most exciting things I've seen in my travels is Big Ben. Being one of the most recognizable landmarks in all the world, Big Ben welcomes me to London each time I visit. Tourists flock to this area and listen in amazement when Big Ben rings his bell. Its a definite "Must Do" in London."

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It's just a big clock!

Reviewed by m8888888 on February 14, 2007

m8888888's rating:

"Big Ben is a big clock. What is so exciting about that?! Not much, and there’s no reason to go here just for the clock, no matter how famous it is, but if you’re going to see Westminster Abbey or Parliament, look up. Otherwise, don’t bother! It doesn’t do anything more than your watch does!"

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