Big Ben, time for a new name

 

One of Britain’s best-known landmarks, the tower housing Big Ben will be renamed ‘The Elizabeth Tower’ in honour of the Queen’s six decades on the throne.

The tower, formally known as The Clock Tower, will bear the Queen’s name in perpetuity. 

The 316-foot tower has become one of the most well-known symbols of London and will still be known colloquially as Big Ben

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