The giant clock weighs over 11 tons and has more than 1,000 pieces. Hard to imagine what it took to build such a thing in 1859. Big Ben itself — the bell — weighs even more than the clock at ...
The spokesperson continued: “The clock dials of the Elizabeth Tower ... The Victoria Tower, which houses the Great Bell, i.e. Big Ben, stopped chiming on Wednesday morning after its dials ...
Big Ben’s clock tower is beautifully illuminated, offering a striking view of its intricate details and the surrounding cityscape. From Big Ben—the massive, 15-ton bell that sits within the ...