🕰️Elizabeth Tower, also known as Big Ben, is the famous clock tower in London, England.
🔔The tower houses five bells, including Big Ben, which ring every hour and chime every 15 minutes.
🏰The tower is part of the Palace of Westminster, where the British Parliament assembles.
🌉The tower is located near Westminster Bridge and the famous London Eye.
⏰The clock mechanism is driven by weight and gravity, with a pendulum regulating its accuracy.
Why is it called Big Ben?
—Big Ben refers to the largest bell inside the tower, but is often used to refer to the whole tower.
Can you go inside the tower?
—Yes, the tower can be visited, but access is limited to the spiral stairs only.
How accurate is the clock?
—The clock is designed to be accurate within two seconds, despite its exposed hands.
Has Big Ben always been operational?
—The clock became functional in 1862 after some initial problems with the bells.
How long did it take to build the tower?
—It took more than 10 years to complete the tower, which was finished in 1859.
00:01Introduction to Elizabeth Tower, also known as Big Ben, located in London.
01:00Overview of the tower's location and its connection to the Palace of Westminster.
02:56Details about the size and appearance of the tower and its distinctive clock faces.
03:31Description of the spiral stairs and the journey to different parts of the tower.
04:14Exploration of the Clock Room and the mechanisms that power the clock.
04:57Introduction to the Belfry and the five bells, including Big Ben.
05:21Climbing higher to reach the Ayrton Light and enjoy the view from the top.
06:45Close-up look at the clock mechanism and the role of the pendulum and escapement.
