Wednesday, September 12, 2012

Clock Tower of the Palace of Westminster in London, also known as Big Ben

Clock Tower of the Palace of Westminster in London, also known as Big Ben, the bell on the name on it, officially renamed in honor of Elizabeth Tower of the ruling Queen Elizabeth II. Reported by the Associated Press.
The official ceremony of awarding the tower of the new name was held on Wednesday, September 12. Sign with the new name of the tower presented House Speaker John Berkou communities.
The proposal to change the name of Big Ben came in the spring of 2012, shortly before the 60th anniversary of the reign of Elizabeth II. 2 June it was reported that he spoke for more than half of the lower chamber of the British Parliament, and in late June, the corresponding changes Committee approved the House of Commons.
Queen Elizabeth II came to the throne in 1952 after the death of his father, King George VI. For the duration of stay on the throne at the present time, it is the second largest in the history of the British Royal Family, second only to Queen Victoria, who ruled the country for 63 years.
Clock Tower of the Palace of Westminster was built in 1858. Construction height 96.3 meters is one of the most recognizable symbols of the UK.

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