Historic Monuments in the UK

Tower Bridge

• Built in the late 1800s, Tower Bridge took over eight years to build, according to Towerbridge.org. The bridge has walkways through the entire surface to allow visitors to walk the entire length of the bridge. The bridge hosts weddings, parties and other events - specifically at times during the day when the bridge lifts, an incredible sight that only few see in their lifetime.

  Tower Bridge Exhibition

  Tower Bridge Road

  London, United Kingdom SE1 2UP

  +44-020-7403-3761

  http://www.towerbridge.org.uk

Stonehenge

• According to Bestloved.com, the Stonehenge was named a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. Estimated to be over 5,000 years old, the Stonehenge holds mysteries of time and are an intriguing part of any trip to the United Kingdom. Believed to be both a mixture of a cultural and religious belief, the fascinating stone circle attracts many visitors every year.

  Stonehenge does not have an address or phone number, but it is located two miles west on the junction of A303 and A344/360.

  http://www.stonehenge.co.uk

Torosay Castle and Gardens

• Located on the Island of Mull, Torosay Castle and Gardens was built in 1858, according to Bestloved.com, and offers 12 acres of beautiful gardens, statues, woodlands, forests, art and antiques. The family history of the castle is also available at the site, full with tours and free walks through the house. The castle is only open during daylight hours during the year.

  Torosay Castle and Gardens

  Craignure, Isle of Mull

  PA65 6AY

  +44-0-1680-812421

  http://www.torosay.com

Big Ben Clock Tower

• One of the most famous and historic sites in the United Kingdom, the Big Ben Clock Tower was built in 1859 in London. The clock was originally used to ring in the New Year in London and was a cause of celebration whenever it rang. The tower can be seen from numerous locations throughout London. The term "Big Ben Clock Tower" only refers to the 14-ton bell inside the tower--though visitors and UK inhabitants often call the entire tower "Big Ben." According to Destination360.com, the face of Big Ben's clocks is 23 feet in diameter--and it was the largest in the world when it was built in the 19th century. Each clock has a Latin inscription, meaning "Lord Save our Queen Victoria I."

  Big Ben Clock Tower

  20 Dean's Yard

  London, United Kingdom

  SW1P 3PA

  (+44) 020 7219 3000‎

  http://www.destination360.com/europe/uk/london/big-ben