History
How was the Palace of Westminster destroyed?
A fire
When does the Big Ben ring?
On special occasions
What language are the letters underneath the clock in?
Latin
How many designs were submitted?
400 designs
What church is one of the U.K 's most religious buildings?
Westminster Abbey
When was the Palace of Westminster built?
1016
When will the Big Ben consistently ring again?
2021
How long are the numbers on the Big Ben?
About 60 cm long
How many architects submitted the designs?
90 architects
In 2000 which was the tallest ferris wheel in the world?
The London Eye
How many months later did the rebuild committee decide to rebuild the Palace of Westminster?
13 months
In 2018 how many people were expected to visit the Big Ben and its vicinity
Around 40 million people
Why was the clock tower named the Elizabeth tower?
In honor of Queen Elizabeth II's diamond jubilee
Who chose Benjamin Louis Vulliamy to make the clock for the tower?
Charles Barry
What is the London Eye also known as?
Coca-Cola London Eye
What was the Palace of Westminster used for before it burned down?
British Parliament
Why is the Big Ben being renovated?
To make sure it would be preserved for future generations and be made more energy efficient.
What anniversary did London celebrate in 2009?
150th anniversary of the Elizabeth tower.
Who was Charles Barry?
His design was chosen for the clock tower
Who meets in the Palace of Westminster?
House of Commons and the House Lords.
Who decide to put a clock tower?
The rebuild committee
About how much money does it cost in pounds or dollars to renovate the Big Ben?
About 80 million dollars or 61 million pounds
How many shards of opal make up one clock face?
312
What was Edmund Beckett Denson's real job?
A lawyer
Which landmark is located on the north bank of River Thames?
The Palace of Westminster or Westminster