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The White Tower, the oldest and largest of the buildings in the Tower of London complex, dates back to the time of William the Conqueror, who ordered the Tower in built in 1078. The Tower is now primarily a tourist attraction but remains an official residence of the Royal family.
Address: Tower of London, Tower Hill London England EC3N 4AB
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There aren't many places that afford great views of the whole of central London, but on a clear day all of London's most famous buildings and structures are visible from Parliament Hill.
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The Salt Tower was built around 1235 for Henry III to increase the defensive position of the Tower. It soon became a prison and is best known for the many inscriptions carved into its walls, in particular a diagram for casting horoscopes.
Address: Tower of London, Tower Hill London England EC3N 4AB
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Wakefield Tower, standing over Trator's Gate, is best known as the location of the murder of Henry VI in 1471. He is believed to have been murdered while praying. Between 1879 and 1967, Wakefield Tower was also home to the Crown Jewels.
Address: Tower of London, Tower Hill London England EC3N 4AB
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The Royal Observatory in Greenwich, at zero degrees longitude (north/south) - the Prime Meridian of the World, divides the world into the eastern and western hemispheres. In addition, the observatory marks Greenwich Mean Time, also known as standard time.
Address: . London England UK SE10 9NF
 Send an Email (1) +44 (0) 20 8858 4422
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Built in 1677 to commemerate the Great Fire of London, this 202 foot high pillar is still the tallest isolated stone column in the world. After climbing the 311 internal steps, the viewing platform gives some good views across London.
Address: Monument Street London England UK EC3R 8AH
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