Big Ben is one of London's best-known landmarks, and looks most spectacular at night when the clock faces are illuminated. You even know when parliament is in session, because a light shines above the clock face.
The four dials of the clock are 23 feet square, the minute hand is 14 feet long and the figures are 2 feet high. Minutely regulated with a stack of coins placed on the huge pendulum, Big Ben is an excellent timekeeper, which has rarely stopped.
The name Big Ben actually refers not to the clock-tower itself, but to the thirteen ton bell hung within. The bell was named after the first commissioner of works, Sir Benjamin Hall.
This bell came originally from the old Palace of Westminster, it was given to the Dean of St. Paul "s by William III. Before returning to Westminster to hang in its present home, it was refashioned in Whitechapel in 1858. The BBC first broadcast the chimes on the 31st December 1923 - there is a microphone in the turret connected to Broadcasting House.
During the second world war in 1941, an incendiary bomb destroyed the Commons chamber of the Houses of Parliament, but the clock tower remained intact and Big Ben continued to keep time and strike away the hours, its unique sound was broadcast to the nation and around the world, a welcome reassurance of hope to all who heard it.
The tower is not open to the general public, but those with a "special interest" may arrange a visit to the top of the Clock Tower.

Big Ben is one of London's most famous landmarks and is most impressive at night when the hands of the clock are illuminated. You even know when Parliament is in session because the light shines above the dial.
It has 4 clock faces that cover an area of ​​23 square feet, the minute hand is 14 feet long and the numerals are 2 feet high. With a huge pendulum that adjusts to the minute, Big Ben is a great timepiece that rarely stops.
The name Big Ben does not actually refer to the clock tower, but to the 13-ton bell hanging inside. The bell was named after the first Commissioner of Works, Sir Benjamin Hall.
This bell came from the old Palace of Westminster and was presented to the dean of St. Paul's Cathedral by William III. Before returning to Westminster, to its current home, it was converted to Whitechapel in 1858. The BBC first broadcast the chimes on 31 December 1923 via a microphone connected to the tower from the Broadcasting House.
During the Second World War in 1941, firebombs destroyed the Houses of Parliament, but the clock tower survived, and Big Ben continued to work and measure time, its unique sound was broadcast to the people and the whole world, welcoming the return of hope to all who heard it.
The tower is not open to the general public, but those with a "special interest" can arrange a visit to the top of the tower.

In English.

Big Ben .

Perhaps even small children know what a Big Ben is. Firstly, it's the symbol of Great Britain and one of the most beautiful sights of London. Secondly, it's the largest and the most famous clock in the world.

Originally, Big Ben is a tower. It's one of the highest towers of Westminster Palace. The height of the tower, including the spire is 96.3 meters. Before the tower housed a prison. Only her prisoner in the history of suffragette Emmeline was Pankhёrst.Officially, the clock has started its work on 31 May 1859. According to one of the theories the clock has been named Big Ben after Sir Benjamin Hall, who directed work on the casting of the bell. Another theory claims that it has been named after Benjamin Caunt, who was one of the well-known heavyweight boxers of the 19th century. Big Ben has become a popular souvenir for tourists. Almost all visitors of London buy a small souvenir in the shape of the world-famous clock. Also Big Ben can be often seen in famous films and ads. Official name of the tower is the “Westminster Palace Clock Tower” or “St. Stephen's Tower. Big Ben is only the name of the clock itself along with the bell. The history of Big Ben dates back to 1288, when it was built for the first time on Ralph De Hengham's money. He was the chairman of the Supreme Court of Queen's Bench. However, the contemporary tower of Big Ben was built according to Charles Barry's project in the 19th century, as the old building was destroyed due to the fire of 1834. Although Big Ben is very popular with spectators, no one is allowed inside of the tower . All the Londoners who live close to Big Ben can hear how the bell strikes thirteen at New Year's Night.

Translating to Russian language.

Big Ben.

Perhaps even small children know what Big Ben is. Firstly, it is a symbol of Great Britain and one of the most beautiful sights in London. Secondly, it is the largest and most famous clock in the world. Initially, Big Ben is a tower. This is one of the tallest towers in the Palace of Westminster. The height of the tower, including the spire, is 96.3 meters. Previously, the tower housed a prison. Its only prisoner in history was the suffragist Emmeline Pankhurst. The clock officially began its work on May 31, 1859. According to one theory, the clock was named Big Ben after Sir Benjamin Hall, who oversaw the casting of the bell. Another theory claims that he was named after Benjamin Count, who was one of the famous heavyweight boxers of the 19th century. Big Ben has become a popular souvenir for tourists. Almost all visitors to London want to buy a small souvenir in the form of a world famous clock. In addition, Big Ben can often be seen in famous films and advertisements. The tower's official name is the Palace of Westminster Clock Tower or St. Stephen's Tower. Big Ben is only the name of the clock itself, along with the bell. The history of Big Ben dates back to 1288, when it was first built with the money of Ralph de Henghem. He was President of the Supreme Court of King's Bench. However, the present-day Big Ben was designed by Charles Barry in the 19th century, as the old building was destroyed by fire in 1834. Despite the fact that Big Ben is very popular among spectators, no one has the right to go inside the tower. All Londoners who live near Big Ben can hear the bell toll thirteen times on New Year's Eve.

Big Ben

Big Ben is a bell in the clock tower at the Palace of Westminster in London. There are two versions of the origin of the name of the tower. The first version says that Big Ben was named after Sir Benjamin Hall, who ran the casting of the bell. Another says that the heariest bell at the moment (13.7 tons) got its name after Benjamin County, a very famous boxer in the heavyweight division at the time.

Construction. The tower was built on the design of English architect Augustus Pugin in 1858. For the first time the clock was wound on May 21, 1859. Officially, the tower was named as "The Clock Tower of Westminster Palace".

Managing the Clock. When the clock on the tower rush or lag (the error is small - only 1.5-2 seconds) an old English penny is placed on the pendulum. Putting or a coin the superintendent manages to get the precision of the machinery. Now Big Ben is one of the most famous constructions of the UK.

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Big Ben

Big Ben is the bell in the clock tower in Westminster Square in London. There are two versions of the origin of the name of the tower. According to one version, Big Ben is named after Sir Benjamin Hall, who supervised the casting of the bell. Another says that the heaviest bell at that time (13.7 tons) was named after Benjamin Count, a very famous heavyweight boxer at that time.

Construction. The tower was designed by English architect Augustus Pugin in 1858. The clock was first wound on May 21, 1859. Officially, the tower was called the "Clock Tower of the Palace of Westminster".

Clock management. When the clock on the tower is in a hurry or late (the error is small - only 1.5 - 2 seconds), an old English penny is placed on the pendulum. Putting or removing a coin, the caretaker achieves the accuracy of the mechanism. Now Big Ben is one of the most famous buildings in the UK.

Topic: Big Ben - the World Known London Landmark

Theme: Big Ben is London's world-famous landmark

What can be compared to an amazing famous masterpiece of true British architecture, the symbol of one of the most famous cities in our world, and, without any denial, the real emblem of the British way of life - Big Ben? This impressive clock tower has been counting the time of the Kingdom

What can compare with the amazing famous masterpiece of true British architecture, the symbol of one of the most famous cities in the world and, without a doubt, the real icon of the British way of life - Big Ben? The imposing clock tower has been counting the time of the kingdom for more than one hundred and fifty years.

It should be mentioned that the modern official name of the clock tower of the Houses of Parliament is Elizabeth Tower and as it could be seen from the name the tower eternizes one of the greatest British monarchs - Elizabeth II to commemorate her Diamond Jubilee as the Queen of the UK. Prior to this name that the tower got in 2012 the famous landmark was called just the Clock Tower.

It is worth saying that the modern official name of the clock tower of the Houses of Parliament is Elizabeth Tower, and, as you can understand from this name, the tower commemorates one of the greatest monarchs of Britain - Elizabeth II, in honor of her diamond jubilee as Queen of the United Kingdom. Prior to this name, received in 2012, the famous symbol of the city was simply called the Clock Tower.

The story of Big Ben as we all know it started in 1859 when the Londoners first heard the sound of the great bell of the clock tower of the Houses of Parliament. In fact, Big Ben is the name of the huge hour bell inside the 96 meter tall tower which was raised according to the design of Augustus Pugin and became the high point of his architecture genius. But the landmark did not get the name of its architect. There are two main theories according to the name Big Ben - it could be the nickname of Sir Benjamin Hall, the commissioner of Parliament works on the Houses of Parliament, or Benjamin Caunt, the boxing champion of that time; both of them were large men and could have a nickname Big Ben. Nevertheless, this short name appeared to be perfect for the famous landmark.

The story of Big Ben, as we all know it, began in 1859, when the people of London first heard the great bell of the Houses of Parliament clock tower. In fact, Big Ben is the name of the huge clock bell inside the 96-meter tower, which was designed by Auguste Pugin and was the culmination of his architectural genius. But the attraction was not named after its architect. There are two main theories regarding the name Big Ben - it could have been the nickname of either Sir Benjamin Hall, the superintendent of the construction of the Government Buildings, or Benjamin Saunt, the great boxer of the time; both gentlemen had a fairly large build and may have been nicknamed Big Ben. However, this short name has become perfect for the famous landmark.

At the time of its appearance on the map of the city, the tower was a real wonder of its time with its massive14 ton bell inside, and the clock itself was the largest in the world. The impressive neo-gothic tower has four seven-meter clock dials on each side. Despite its impressive size, Big Ben is a perfect accurate timekeeper - a stack of coins on the big pendulum regulates the clock.

By the time it appeared on the city map, the tower with a massive 14-ton bell was a real miracle of its time, and its clock was the largest in the world. The imposing tower in the neo-Gothic style on each side has a dial with a diameter of 7 meters. Despite its impressive size, Big Ben is distinguished by exceptional accuracy in counting time - a stack of coins on a large pendulum regulates the clock.

Each of us at least once heard about the Big Ben tower. It is a great landmark and the pride of Londoners. Every year, thousands of tourists from all over the world come to admire this wonderful creation.

Big Ben installed in the Palace of Westminster. Most people think it's a giant clock tower. In fact, Big Ben is a huge bell hidden behind a clock face. There are only 5 bells in Westminster, and Big Ben is considered the heaviest in the entire United Kingdom. It took about 13 tons of an alloy of copper, cast iron and tin to create the bell.

The clock on the tower represents English punctuality and precision. They are also the time standard throughout Europe. This architectural structure acts as a tower, a bell and a clock at the same time.

In 1834, the Palace of Westminster was badly damaged by fire, and in 1844 it was decided to build a new building with a clock on the tower. This proposal was made by Sir Benjamin Hall, who was a large man in appearance, and had the nickname Big Ben. Therefore, the bell gained its popularity as Big Ben.

At the time of its opening, Big Ben was introduced as the "Clock Tower". Later, it was called the Elizabeth Tower in honor of the Queen, who at that time ruled for 60 years. But the name "Big Ben" is the most commonly used and recognizable.

This building is unique in its appearance and has four sides, on which it is installed according to the dial. The height of the building is about one hundred meters. It does not provide for elevators and lifting structures, so if there are those who want to go upstairs, then they need to overcome 334 steps. The clock was launched in 1859 and has kept accurate time ever since. Today it is the largest clock in the world. The radius of the dial is 3.5 meters. The minute hand is 4.2 meters. The hour hand is 2.7 meters.

The mechanism in the watch weighs 5 tons and amaze with its accuracy and quality of work. During the war with the Germans, two dials were seriously damaged, but even then their hands continued to show the exact time, and the bell announced the hours passed.

Translation

Everyone, had heard about the tower of Big Ben at least once. This is a great attraction and pride of Londoners. Every year thousands of travelers from all over the world come together to admire this wonder-creation.

Big Ben was installed in the palace of Westminster. A lot of people believe that this is a tower with a huge clock. In fact, Big Ben is an enormous bell, hidden behind the dial. There are 5 berlls in Westminster and Big Ben is considered to be the heaviest throughout the United Kingdomn. The creation of the bell required about 13 tons of alloy copper, cast iron and tin.

The tower's clock represents English punctuality and accuracy. They are also the standard of european time. This architectural structure is simultaneously a tower, and a bell and a clock.

In 1834, the Palace of Westminster was badly damaged during the fire, and in 1844 it was determined to build a new structure with a clock face on the tower. This proposal was made by Sir Benjamin Hall, who was apparently a big man, and had the nickname Big Ben. Therefore, the bell got its popularity as Big Ben.

During the opening, the tower was presented as the "Clock Tower". Later it was called the Tower of Elizabeth in honor of the queen, who at that time ruled for 60 years. But the nickname "Big Ben" is the most commonly used and recognizable one.

The tower is unique in its appearance and has four sides, on which it is mounted on the dial. The height of the building is about one hundred meters. It does not provide elevators and elevating structures, so if there are people wishing to go up, they need to overcome 334 steps. The watch was launched in 1859 and has since shown the exact time. For today it is the most huge clock on the earth. The radius of the dial is 3.5 meters. Minute hand - 4.2 meters. The hour hand is 2.7 meters.

The mechanism in this clock weighs 5 tons and amazes with its accuracy and quality of work. During the war with the Germans, the two dials received serious damage, but even then their hands continued to show the exact time, and the bell informed of the hours passed.