Big Ben, London, England

Story: As I stood on the banks of the Thames at sunset, gazing across the river at Big Ben and Westminster Bridge, I felt a sense of awe wash over me. The towering clock tower and the graceful span of the bridge were bathed in a warm golden light, and I knew I had to capture the moment with my camera.

I quickly set up my tripod and began snapping photos, trying to capture the full beauty of the scene before me. The light was perfect, casting a warm glow over the buildings and the river.

As I worked, I could feel the history of London coming alive around me. Big Ben and Westminster Bridge were symbols of the city's past and present, and I was humbled to be able to capture them at such a beautiful time of day.

When the sun finally set and the sky was awash with orange and pink hues, I packed up my gear and made my way back to my hotel. The photos of Big Ben and Westminster Bridge at sunset were some of the most beautiful I had ever taken, and I knew they would serve as a lasting reminder of my incredible experience in London.


History: Big Ben is the nickname for the Great Bell of the striking clock at the north end of the Palace of Westminster in London, England, although the name is frequently extended to refer also to the clock and the clock tower. The official name of the tower in which Big Ben is located was originally the Clock Tower, but it was renamed Elizabeth Tower in 2012, to mark the Diamond Jubilee of Elizabeth II.

The tower was designed by Augustus Pugin in a neo-Gothic style. When completed in 1859, its clock was the largest and most accurate four-faced striking and chiming clock in the world. The tower stands 316 feet (96 m) tall, and the climb from ground level to the belfry is 334 steps. Its base is square, measuring 40 feet (12 m) on each side. Dials of the clock are 22.5 feet (6.9 m) in diameter. All four nations of the UK are represented on the tower on shields featuring a rose for England, thistle for Scotland, shamrock for Northern Ireland, and leek for Wales. On 31 May 2009, celebrations were held to mark the tower's 150th anniversary.

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