The Tower Bridge
The Tower Bridge is an iconic landmark in London, England, and is one of the most famous bridges in the world. It was built in the late 19th century and has since become a symbol of London. Construction of the bridge began in 1886 and was completed in 1894. It was designed by Sir Horace Jones and Sir John Wolfe Barry, and it took a total of eight years to build. The bridge spans the River Thames and connects the boroughs of Tower Hamlets and Southwark. The Tower Bridge is a bascule bridge, meaning that it has two arms that can be raised to allow boats and ships to pass underneath. The bridge is 800 feet (244 meters) long and 213 feet (65 meters) high. It is made of steel and is clad in Victorian Gothic style. The bridge was officially opened on June 30, 1894, by the Prince and Princess of Wales, and it quickly became an important part of London's transportation infrastructure. It also became a popular tourist attraction, with visitors coming from all over the world to see its disti