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London Bridge
The London Bridge crosses the Thames River. Although the London bridge is not remarkably long or large physically, it has an extensive history. The Romans built the roots of what would later become the site of the London Bridge around 50 AD, and the story continued on from there into what is now the modern version of the bridge.
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What is so unique about the London bridge?
Absolutely nothing - it is a very ordinary bridge. You may be thinking about Tower Bridge, which is the only bridge across the Thames that can be opened to allow ships with tall masts to pass underneath while people can still walk across the top of the bridge.
Is the London bridge in Arizona haunted?
The reconstruction of Rennie's Bridge at Lake Havasu began in 1968 and was completed in 1971.
What is the London bridge's height and width?
The current London Bridge, dating from 1973, is 269 metres long, 32 metres wide and has a clearance below of 8.9 metres.
Is London bridge important landmark for London?
No it isn't. London Bridge is a very ordinary bridge which crosses the river Thames in central London. Many tourists from other countries think that the iconic Tower Bridge is London Bridge, but it isn't. The name of London Bridge is famous throughout the world because of the children's song, 'London Bridge is Falling Down'.
Where is London Bridge situated?
It is situated between Cannon Street bridge and Tower bridge. The original granitework that surfaced the bridge that was dismantled in the 1800's now reside on the recreation of the original in Lake Havsu, Arizona.
the river Thames, that's why it opens, to let big ships through.
Who built the London Bridge in London?
Peter of Colechurch between 1176 and 1209
Additional information:
This depends on which London Bridge is the subject of this question.
There have been a number of different London Bridges over the past 2000 years. In 46AD, the Romans built the first bridge across the Thames River; it was a simple wooden construction which was burnt down in 1014.
The replacement bridge was destroyed by a storm in 1091, and the next bridge after that was destroyed again by fire in 1136.
A new stone bridge was built by Peter of Colechurch between 1176 and 1209. It served as the main bridge for centuries, until increasing traffic congestion made it obvious a new bridge was required.
Engineer John Rennie started construction of the next London Bridge in 1825 and finished the bridge in 1831. However, a necessary widening process some 70 years later weakened the bridge's foundations to the point where it began sinking an inch every eight years. In 1968, it was auctioned and sold for $2,460,000 to Robert McCulloch who moved it to Havasu City, Arizona.
The current London Bridge was constructed by contractors John Mowlem from 1967 to 1972, and officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II on 16 March 1973.
Is London bridge the main bridge in London?
Yes and no, London bridge is in London and there has been a bidge on the site for 2,000 years. The current one was opened in 1973. However the previous one which was in place from 1831 to 1968 is in Lake Havasu Arizona! An urban myth that the Amercian entreprenur thought he was buying the Tower bridge has been denied by all parties in the sale. This bridge replaced the much older bridge which stood in pace for 600 years so it's not the original one. The bridge was sold to Robert McCulloch who dismatled it and rebuilt it in a town in Arizona. The townspeople were very disappointed though as they thought they were getting Tower bridge - the bridge that opens up to let ships through. London bridge is a conventional bridge and much less iconic of London to tourists than the 1894 Tower Bridge which is still mistakenly refered to by many tourists as London Bridge.
How long to walk from London Bridge to Liverpool Street?
It's literally yards away from the station - according to Google Earth - I'd say it'll take about five minutes to walk it !
Which state has the original London bridge?
The 1831 John Rennie designed bridge was bought and shipped to Arizona it replaced an older bridge (600 years old). The current London Bridge which dates from 1973 is still located in London at the same site where a bridge has stood for 2,000 years.
Who built london bridge in 1967 to 1972?
There has a bridge crossing the Thames at the site of the current London Bridge for around 2000 years. Over the years, the bridge has been destroyed by war, storm and fire and, of course, rebuilt. The current bridge was opened in 1973 - the previous one having been sold to Robert McCulloch in 1968.
WHAT IS THE TIME SIGNATURE OF THE LONDON BRIDGE IS FALLING DOWN?
"London Bridge is Falling Down" is usually performed in either the 2/4 or the 4/4 time signature.
What color are the support cables on the London bridge?
London Bridge doesn't have any support cables.
What river runs under the London bridge?
It's the other way round. London Bridge crosses the River Thames.
What is a famous bridge in England but not the London bridge?
Tower Bridge in London is probably the most famous and distinctive bridge in the whole of the UK, not just in London. However, foreigners very often call Tower Bridge, London Bridge. London Bridge is just a very ordinary bridge and has no particular merits. Look up Tower Bridge and you will see what I mean!
Is London bridge a Victorian building?
Yes, the Tower Bridge was completed in 1894, during the Victorian Era
What speacil events takes place at the London bridge in England?
There have been no special events at the London Bridge in London. Are you asking about the one in Arizona?
How much is to pay to go London bridge?
The London Bridge in Lake Havasu Arizona was bought by Robert McCulloch for $2,460,000
How much was the London bridge worth?
It was sold for 2,460,000 because i'm learning alot about London Bridge.
How many times was London bridge broken and built?
There have been a number of different London Bridges over the past 2000 years. In 46AD, the Romans built the first bridge across the Thames River; it was a simple wooden construction which was burnt down in 1014. The replacement bridge was destroyed by a storm in 1091, and the next bridge after that was destroyed again by fire in 1136. A new stone bridge was built by Peter of Colechurch between 1176 and 1209. It served as the main bridge for centuries, until increasing traffic congestion made it obvious a new bridge was required. Engineer John Rennie started construction of the next London Bridge in 1825 and finished the bridge in 1831. However, a necessary widening process some 70 years later weakened the bridge's foundations to the point where it began sinking an inch every eight years. In 1968, it was auctioned and sold for $2,460,000 to Robert McCulloch who moved it to Havasu City, Arizona.
The current London Bridge was constructed by contractors John Mowlem from 1967 to 1972, and officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II on 16 March 1973.
