Tourism Video
U.K official tourism video
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Would you like to see some landmarks?
Let’s start with London.
Erotic Gherkin
Inevitably known as the Erotic Gherkin, Norman Foster’s London landmarkraised the bar for sustainable skyscrapers around the world. Its distinctive tapering profile is the key to its energy efficiency because it creates a pressure differential between inside and outside, driving fresh air into the building.
Tower of London.
This royal fortress, on the north banks of the River Thames, was built by William the Conqueror, following his successful invasion in 1066. It has been added to over the years by the various monarchs.
Tower Bridge
Disliked by most when constructed in 1894, the Tower Bridge has become a symbol of London.The Tower Bridge , named after its two impressive towers, is one of London’s best known landmarks. This Victorian Bridge is now more than 100 years old. Designed by Wolfe Barry and Horace Jones, and completed in 1894, the middle of the bridge can be raised to permit large vessels to pass the Tower Bridge. It used to be raised about 50 times a day, but nowadays it is only raised 4 to 5 times a week.
Westminster Abbey
The Palace of Westminster
The Palace of Westminster, known also as the Houses of Parliament, is where the two Houses of the Parliament of the United Kingdom (the House of Lords and the House of Commons) conduct their sittings. It is the place where laws governing British life are debated and passed.
Big Ben
Big Ben is one of the most famous landmarks in the world. The clock tower is situated on the banks of the river Thames and is part of the Palace of Westminster.
Officially “Big Ben” does not refer to the whole clocktower (also known as St Stephen’s Tower), but to the huge thirteen ton bell that strikes the hour.
The Big Ben bell has the following measurements:
9′-0″ diameter, 7′-6″ high, and weighs 13 tons 10 cwts 3 qtrs 15lbs (13,760 Kg)
St Paul’s Cathedral
The first St Paul’s Cathedral was built in 604 AD but burnt down in 675. The rebuilt cathedral was again burnt down in the Great Fire of London in 1666.
The present St Paul’s Cathedral was built between 1675 and 1711 by Sir Christopher Wren.
The London Eye
The London Eye, next to County Hall, is another of London’s most modern landmarks. It is the world’s biggest ferris wheel, and will carry 800 passengers at a time on a thirty-minute ride. From its highest point of 450 feet, it promises
York
Castle Howard
Helmsley
Rievaulx Abbey
