Big Ben – Interesting and Fun Facts

Big Ben is a clock tower, the most iconic symbol of London.

The biggest attraction, visited by thousands of tourists.

Big Ben interesting facts

1. The Clock Bell weighs 13.7 tons and is 2.2 meters high, which is why it was nicknamed Big Ben.

2. Big Ben’s bell rang for the first time on July 11, 1859.

3. The tower is 96m high and has 11 floors.

4. The foundations are 3 meters long and were poured on September 28, 1843.

5. It rings up to 15 minutes and can be heard even within a radius of 10 km.

Added: Paulina

Big Ben questions and answers

Why is Big Ben called the Elizabeth Tower?

In 2012, it was renamed to commemorate the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II.

Answer: Paulina

What is Little Ben?

It’s a weather vane at the top of the tower.

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