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Big Ben

Big Ben is the nickname of the Great Bell inside the Clock Tower of the Palace of Westminster in London, England. Historically a Landmark of the British Government. The name has traditionally been used for the complete Clock Tower itself over the years since it was built. The Clock Tower was renamed "Elizabeth Tower" in September 2012, in celebration of the Queen Elizabeth ll Diamond Jubilee year.

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What is the postcode for the big ben?

I'm not exactly sure, but i would just put big Ben! who doesn't know what big Ben is?? :)

The main material of big ben?

The great bell of the clock tower of The Palace of Westminster, London is also known as 'Big Ben'. It is made from cast bronze.

The clock tower is made of Caen stone.

Why is big ben a world icon?

The same reason the Hoover Dam, the Eiffel Tower, the Sydney Opera House are all Icons of there country that, in a way, set them apart from the rest of world. If you had never heard of Big Ben it would not mean anything to you, but the fact that you are asking about it does show that at least in a small way it has caused you to take some interest.

Where can one purchase a Big Ben alarm clock?

Sears has a huge variety of Big Ben alarm clocks. There are many different designs and some have a really cool classic 1950's design if you like vintage decor.

Why does big ben lean north west?

Underground work on the buildings around it

Why is big Ben a mass structure?

At the time it was built it was one of the biggest (maybe the biggest, not sure about it) clocks in the world. So yea it is a mass structure also if you think of the time it was built where mass structures had just started, it was a pretty big one.

Is the clock on the liver building bigger than the big ben?

Yes it is but Big Ben is a free standing clock where as the Liver building clock isnt. Opened in 1911, the building is the purpose-built home of the Royal Liver Assurance group, which had been set up in the city in 1850 to provide locals with assistance related to losing a wage-earning relative. One of the first buildings in the world to be built using reinforced concrete, the Royal Liver Building stands at 90m (300ft) tall. It was the tallest storied building in Europe from completion until 1934 and the tallest in the United Kingdom until 1961..

Why is Big Ben leaning?

It has been recently reported that the Big Ben Clock Tower is leaning slightly. This would indicate a problem with the foundations below the tower. It is being looked into for a reason why.

Who was in charge of building big ben?

Sir Benjamin Hall was the Commissioner of Works and Big Ben was named after him.

Is big ben the tallest clock in the UK?

Strictly speaking, Big Ben is a bell, not a clock, but given that the name is usually associated with the clock, the answer is yes, it is the tallest tower-clock, although there may be others that are higher off the ground!

How heavy is Big Bens minute hand?

The copper minute hands on The Elizabeth tower (Big Ben) weighs 100 KG each. There are 4 of them, one for each face.

How many bells does st Stephens clock tower have?

None as it is not a Clock Tower, but the public entrance to the Houses of Parliament. St. Stephens Tower is often mistaken for the Clock Tower housing Big Ben. Big Ben Clock Tower has 5 bells in total.

How old is big ben clock tower?

154 this year. The tower was completed on 10th April 1858

What are the notes to run big ben?

The four quarter bells sound G♯, F♯, E, and B. The greater bell rings the hour.

When does the parliament building clock ring?

Big Ben is the nickname for the great bell of the clock at the north end of the Palace of Westminster in London. The Tower is now officially the Elizabeth Tower, renamed in 2012.Along with the Great Bell. The belfry houses four quarter bells which play Westminster Quarters on the quarter hour. The four quarter bells sound with the notes G,F,E, and B.

How does geometry relate to big ben?

Big Ben is the 14 ton bell inside the Clock Tower of the Palace of Westminster. However, many people refer to the clock itself as Big Ben. As the time slowly changes, the hands of the clock will show different angles. That's the only connection that I can see.

How big is waybig in Ben 10?

i watch this show all the time and i know that he is 100ft tall.

How many decibels does Big Ben produce when rang?

That depends only on the distance where you are hearing the Big Ben and where you are measuring it. Don't come to close.