Big Ben is the third-tallest clock tower in the world, standing at a height of 316 feet tall. It first started ticking on May 31, 1859, and is still in operation today, keeping time for the people of London. A Symbol Of London: Big Ben. Big Ben, London’s most recognizable landmark, is a must-visit attraction for visitors to the city.
Big Ben is Really, Really Accurate. In fact, the clock is accurate to within two seconds every two weeks. Of course, in order to keep Big Ben’s chimes sounding at just the right moment the clock has to be adjusted and wound. Winding takes over an hour, and someone has to wind the clock three times a week.
Visit Big Ben, one of the most iconic landmarks in London. A lot of people may not know that Big Ben is not the tower but the bell. The name of the tower is actually the Elizabeth Tower, named after Queen Elizabeth II in 2012 for her diamond jubilee. In fact, Big Ben is just the nickname for the bell, its official name being the Great Bell.
Big Ben features prominently in both versions of Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games due to the game's setting. In the Wii version, the tower appears several times in the game's opening, ending with Mario and Sonic stood on top of the tower at the end.
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