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What is tall clock tower next to the Houses of Parliament usually called?
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Is Big Ben a part of the Houses of Parliament?
Yes. Big ben refers either to the clocktower or the clock or to one of the chiming bells. Officially the building is called the Palace of Westminster but it is generally known as the Houses of Parliament. (It is where Parliament meets,)
What is the landmark for Big Ben?
Big Ben is actually the 14 ton bell inside the clock, although the clock itself is often referred to as being Big Ben. The clock is on the Clock Tower of the Palace of Westminster which is another name for the Houses of Parliament.
How many blocks make Big ben?
Big Ben is the nickname for the great bell of the clock at the north-eastern end of the Palace of Westminster (often called the Houses of Parliament) in London. Sometimes Big Ben is used for the clock or the clock tower.It is not clear what the blocks of the question are.
Where is the English Parliament located?
In the UK we have the Houses of parliament which is next to the river thames in London just off westminster bridge. This is also the home of Big Ben the largest bell in the clock tower.
What is an Act of Parliament clock?
An act of Parliament clock is a large clock, once hung in inns, erroneously thought to derive from a tax on clocks.
What is the name of the building that houses a famous clock and is also home to england Parliament?
The Clock Tower of the Palace of Westminster, usually incorrectly referred to as 'Big Ben', is attached to the Houses of Parliament.
Is Big Ben a part of the Houses of Parliament?
Yes. Big ben refers either to the clocktower or the clock or to one of the chiming bells. Officially the building is called the Palace of Westminster but it is generally known as the Houses of Parliament. (It is where Parliament meets,)
What is the name of the building that houses a famous clock and is also home to englands Parliament?
The Clock Tower of the Palace of Westminster is the home of Big Ben and the rest of the building houses the UK Parliament.
What happens to the clock at the houses of Parliament if a penny is removed from the pendulum bob?
the clock will not have accurate time
What is the nickname for the bell clock tower of the Houses of Parliament in London?
Big Ben
Is the Big Ben a Parliament?
Big Ben is the bell in the clock tower at the Palace of Westminster. The Palace of Westminster houses both houses of the UK parliament, the Lords and Commons.
Which building is known for it s clock tower but is home to England's parliament?
The Palace of Westminster, also known as the Houses of Parliament.
Which building in london is known for its clock tower?
The clock tower of the Palace of Westminster (Houses of Parliament), commonly known as Big Ben.
What is the name of the large clock on a tower near the Houses of parliament in London?
It is named Big Ben.
What is the landmark for Big Ben?
Big Ben is actually the 14 ton bell inside the clock, although the clock itself is often referred to as being Big Ben. The clock is on the Clock Tower of the Palace of Westminster which is another name for the Houses of Parliament.
What is the absolute location of big ben?
The clock tower (incorrectly) known as 'Big Ben' but in fact is called the Elizabeth Tower (previously called the Clock Tower or St. Stephen's Tower) , is attached to the Houses of Parliament in Central London.
Why is the big Ben attached to the house of parliament?
Big Ben is the largest bell in the clock tower of the Palace of Westminster (aka Houses of Parliament). The clock tower was built along with the new palace after the old tower and palace were destroyed in 1834.
