描述
Big Ben is easily seen as one of the most recognizable landmarks of London. Standing 316 feet tall, it is an architectural and engineering marvel of the English culture built in 1859. Situated at the northern end of the Palace of Westminster, most commonly referred to as the House of Parliament, it resides as one of the biggest clock towers in the world. Often identified by its nickname, the construction's original name was simply the Clock Tower, Big Ben being in reality the name of its greater bell from a set of 5.