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Big Ben is one of London’s best known landmarks. It is a beautiful structure night or day. It shines brightly over the city. It has so many lights that you even know when parliament is in session because a light shines right above the face. Then name Big Ben does not refer to the tower itself, but to a 13 ton bell hung within. The large clock can be seen from far because of its large face. The four dials on the clocks are 23 feet square, the minute hands are 14 feet long and the figures Are 2 feet high. The clock is respected by the people of London and most likely will be forever.

 
  Where parliament now stands has been the centre of authority for over a thousand years. It was once home to the royal family. Until Henry VIII moved the family out in 1512, but it is still officially a royal palace. It almost completely burnt down in 1834, and in WWII the house of commons chamber was bombed. The house of Parliament contains many chambers. One of the many is Westminster hall. It is the oldest house in parliament. The walls were built in 1097 and the hall is one Europe’s largest medieval halls with an unsupported roof. It was rebuilt during the 14th century. Today the hall is often used for important State occasions such as the Queen’s Golden Jubilee and the lying-in-State of the late Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother, both in 2002.

 
  What a better place to enjoy a warm afternoon then in Trafalgar. It is one of London's best known squares, and one of the most famous in the world. The square contributes largely to London's nightlife. It is one of the cities most vibrant open spaces. its 200 year old history is constantly changing
  St. Paul’s Cathedral is an old historic church. It has been standing its ground since 604 A.D. the current church is the fourth to occupy the current site. It was built between 1675 and 1710, after its predecessor was destroyed in the great fire of London. This building’s architectural importance reflects the determination of the 5 monarchs who oversaw its building.
  This church was home to famous funerals, such as; The Duke of Wellington.  Throughout, St Paul’s has remained a busy, working church where millions have come to worship and find peace. It is a heritage site of international importance which attracts thousands of people each year, a symbol of the City and Nation it serves and, above all, a lasting monument to the glory of God.
 
  The Thames River runs through the heart of England, contributing to most of London’s imports and exports. Also along the river is the tower bridge, one of London’s also best known landmarks. This Victorian bridge is more than 100 years old and each of its two towers stand 43 meters high. 
 
  The British adopted their red military uniforms when they began supplying their troops with muskets. The British chose the color red because  it is very bright and easily recognized color, even on a smokey battlefield. The colors of the uniforms were to make the military able to be identify more easily. Camoflage was not an problem because the weapons only had ranges of 75 yards. The uniforms  are still sported today, by the British soldiers. Keeping the uniforms, keeps an old tradition alive.