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That work has seen the 96-metre-tall Elizabeth Tower enveloped in scaffolding as the four clock dials are re-glazed, ironwork repainted and intricately carved stonework cleaned and repaired. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

London's Big Ben marks 160 years amid restoration

UK parliament's 'Big Ben' bell marks 160 years with silence as restoration work continues.

11 July 2019 11:25 AM IST

Many refer to the entire tower as Big Ben. But its proper name is the Elizabeth Tower, the clock is the Great Clock and Big Ben is the nickname of the Great Bell, chiming the hour.

Time stops in London: Big Ben bongs last time

Landmark clock falls silent for 4 years for extensive repair work.

22 Aug 2017 6:41 AM IST

The Big Ben (Photo: AFP)

Shock over silencing of Big Ben

The attacks in Barcelona reminded me poignantly of the city of Picasso and Gaudi, where we had spent many happy moments...

21 Aug 2017 12:30 AM IST