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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Tower_of_LondonTower of London - Wikipedia

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   The Tower of London, officially His Majesty's Royal Palace and Fortress of the Tower of London, is a historic castle on the north bank of the River Thames in central London, England.

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3. www.hrp.org.uk › tower-of-londonTower of London | Historic Royal Palaces

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   Discover London’s castle – a secure fortress, royal palace and infamous prison. Explore London’s iconic castle and World Heritage Site. Get up close to the Crown Jewels, meet the legendary Yeoman Warders and ravens and see the Tower like never before.

4. www.hrp.org.uk › tower-of-london › visitTickets and prices | Tower of London | Historic Royal Palaces

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   Find out how to book tickets online or on the day, and how to get discounts, donations and carer tickets for the Tower of London. Learn about the attractions, exhibitions and immersive experiences included in your admission ticket.

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6. www.britannica.com › topic › Tower-of-LondonTower of London | History & Facts | Britannica

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   Jun 9, 2024 · Tower of London, royal fortress and London landmark. Its buildings and grounds served historically as a royal palace, a political prison, a place of execution, an arsenal, a royal mint, a menagerie, and a public records office. It is located on the north bank of the River Thames.

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7. artsandculture.google.com › story › 8-things-you8 things you need to know about the Tower of London

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   The Tower of London has welcomed visitors since at least the 1500s. Millions of visitors come to marvel at the Tower's sights and learn about its history. Since 1988 the Tower has been a...

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   Why is the Tower of London so famous?

   • In 2011, an exhibition was hosted at the Tower with fine wire sculptures by Kendra Haste. The Tower of London has been represented in popular culture in many ways. As a result of 16th and 19th century writers, the Tower has a reputation as a grim fortress, a place of torture and execution.

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   When was the Tower of London built?

   • The earliest recorded attribution of the Tower to the Roman ruler dates to the mid-14th century in a poem by Sir Thomas Gray. The origin of the myth is uncertain, although it may be related to the fact that the Tower was built in the corner of London's Roman walls.

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   Where is the Tower of London?

   • The Tower of London, officially His Majesty's Royal Palace and Fortress of the Tower of London, is a historic castle on the north bank of the River Thames in central London, England.

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   Why was the Royal Armoury at the Tower of London important?

   • As there was no standing army before 1661, the importance of the royal armoury at the Tower of London was that it provided a professional basis for procuring supplies and equipment in times of war. The two bodies were resident at the Tower from at least 1454, and by the 16th century they had moved to a position in the inner ward.

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9. whc.unesco.org › en › listTower of London - UNESCO World Heritage Centre

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   The Tower of London is an internationally famous monument and one of England’s most iconic structures. William the Conqueror built the White Tower in 1066 as a demonstration of Norman power, siting it strategically on the River Thames to act as both fortress and gateway to the capital.

10. britishheritage.org › en › tower-of-londonTower of London | British Heritage

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    Learn about the Tower of London, a historic castle and royal palace on the River Thames. Explore its history, architecture, role in English history, and current uses as a tourist attraction and World Heritage Site.