Big Ben, tower clock, famous for its accuracy and for its massive bell.Strictly speaking, the name refers to only the great hour bell, which weighs 15.1 tons (13.7 metric tons), but it is commonly associated with the whole clock tower at the northern end of the Houses of Parliament, in the London borough of Westminster. Big Ben under repair, 1987. Breakfast Time reports that Big Ben has lost its bong. The sound of Big Ben and the image of its tower are synonymous with London. The BBC has recorded how this iconic Big Ben is well-known especially for its precise clock. The first chime every hour is able to strike with an accuracy of one second. It is made of hollow copper and is situated at a height of 55 meters above the ground. The clock has four dials with a diameter of 7.5 meters and a minute hand of 4.25 meters long. He added: "The Clock Mechanics' standard working hours are typically 0700 - 1500, so we would require a minimum of 2-3 hours of overtime from a member of the (very small) team each day. The London landmark is free of scaffolding for the first time since 2017 after completing a $100 million renovation.SUBSCRIBE to GMA's YouTube page: https:/ Visit Big Ben, one of the most iconic landmarks in London. A lot of people may not know that Big Ben is not the tower but the bell. The name of the tower is actually the Elizabeth Tower, named after Queen Elizabeth II in 2012 for her diamond jubilee. In fact, Big Ben is just the nickname for the bell, its official name being the Great Bell. Admission for the tour is £25 (US$31.60) for adults and £10 ($12.64) for children 11–17 years old. Admission to Big Ben grants visitors access to Westminster Hall, the room where Queen Latest travel itineraries for Big Ben in September (updated in 2023), book Big Ben tickets now, view 820 reviews and 201 photos of Big Ben, popular attractions, hotels, and restaurants near Big Ben YkJLz8.