Big Ben (green, left)
Big Ben is one of London's most famous landmarks and a global symbol of the British capital. The neo-Gothic clock tower was completed in 1858 as part of the Palace of Westminster and rises to a height of 96 meters. Strictly speaking, the name "Big Ben" refers to the approximately 13.5-ton main bell inside the tower, but it is often used for the entire structure. Since 2012, the tower has officially been named the Elizabeth Tower in honor of Queen Elizabeth II. With its famous chimes and four illuminated clock faces, Big Ben has shaped London's skyline for over 150 years.
Tower Bridge (purple, center)
Tower Bridge is one of the world's most famous bridges and one of London's most iconic landmarks. The neo-Gothic bascule bridge was built to the designs of Sir Horace Jones and John Wolfe Barry and opened in 1894. It spans the River Thames in close proximity to the Tower of London, connecting the boroughs of Tower Hamlets and Southwark. Particularly impressive is its movable central section, which can open for large ships within minutes. With its distinctive towers and unique construction, Tower Bridge remains a masterpiece of Victorian engineering to this day.
King's Crown (pink, right)
The British King's Crown is one of the most significant symbols of the monarchy and part of the famous Crown Jewels of the United Kingdom. Particularly well-known is St. Edward's Crown, made in 1661 for the coronation of King Charles II and still used in coronation ceremonies today. The magnificent crown is made of gold and adorned with hundreds of diamonds, rubies, emeralds, sapphires, and pearls. It is kept along with the other Crown Jewels in the Tower of London. The crown stands worldwide for tradition, history, and the centuries-old British monarchy.