Big Ben
Big Ben, officially known as the Clock Tower, has stood at the
north-eastern corner of the Palace of Westminster for over 150
years. It’s one of the most recognized landmarks in the world
today, and has become an iconic symbol of both London and
England. The story of its design and construction provides a
fascinating glimpse into one of the most interesting periods
of architectural history.
Big Ben, connue officiellement comme la Tour de l’Horloge, est
située dans le coin nord-est du Palais de Westminster depuis
plus de 150 ans. Il s’agit aujourd’hui de l’un des monuments
les plus célèbres du monde, qui est devenu un symbole
emblématique de Londres et de l’Angleterre. L’histoire de sa
conception et de sa construction offre un aperçu fascinant
de l’une des périodes les plus intéressantes de l’histoire de
l’architecture.
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