London Bridge and Tower Bridge look very different, yet both are famous bridges in their own right, and both are must-see attractions in the city. Both bridges are free to walk across, and they’re both in great locations surrounded by other amazing attractions. Is London Bridge and Tower Bridge the same bridge? Tower Bridge spans […]
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What Was London Bridge Used For In Tudor Times?
For centuries, Old London Bridge provided a vital crossing point into the City of London for anyone travelling from the south, so that during the Tudor period, if unable to use the bridge, a traveller would have had to make a significant detour inland to find the next nearest point to cross the Thames. What […]
How Many Highrise Buildings Are In London?
118 buildings. As of 2022, there are 118 buildings or structures that are at least 100 metres (328 ft) tall in the Greater London metropolitan area, with 24 of these being in the City of London and 27 being in the Canary Wharf / Isle of Dogs district. Tallest buildings and structures. Name 8 Bishopsgate […]
How Was The London Arch Victoria Formed?
The arch is a significant tourist attraction along the Great Ocean Road near Port Campbell in Victoria. This stack was formed by a gradual process of erosion, and until 1990 formed a complete double-span natural bridge. How was the London Arch formed? London Bridge on the Great Ocean Road was formed by the gradual erosion […]
Who Built The Tower Of London After Becoming King In 1066?
The Tower of London is an internationally famous monument and one of England’s most iconic structures. William the Conqueror built the White Tower in 1066 as a demonstration of Norman power, siting it strategically on the River Thames to act as both fortress and gateway to the capital. Who originally built the Tower of London? […]
How Old Is The Subway System In London?
London and the world’s oldest subways (1863) The underground or tube in London is the oldest transport system of its kind in the world. It opened on 10th January 1863 with steam locomotives. Today, there’s an underground network of 408 kilometres of active lines that will take you anywhere in the city. How old is […]
What Was Founded In London In 1866?
The East India Association. The East India Association was founded in London in 1866 by Dadabhai Naoroji. The Association provided information on all Indians subjects to British citizens and members of Parliament. It voiced the grievance of Indians and suggested remedial measures. What happened in London in 1866? The London Conference began on December 4, […]
How Long Did It Take To Build The Old London Bridge?
Completed in 1209, this new London Bridge took 33 years to build and lasted more than 600 years. It had a road 20 feet wide and 300 yards long. It was supported by 20 arches which curved to a Gothic-style point. There was a wooden drawbridge on the bridge to let ships in and keep […]
Why Did Ridelondon Move From Surrey?
RIDE LONDON RETURNS AFTER DITCHING SURREY FOR ESSEX The event, established as part of the 2012 Olympic Games, had been cancelled in 2020 and 2021 due to the ongoing pandemic and was not expected to return after Surrey residents and the town council announced they did not want the event on their roads anymore. Why […]
What Is The Ridelondon Route 2022?
This year riders will be taken around a brand new route from the streets of London to the beautiful scenery of Essex. As mentioned above, starting at Victoria Embankment, the route will take them to East London, then moving through Essex, and finally finishing at Tower Bridge. What’s the route for RideLondon? What is the […]