The 315ft tall tower was built as part of the Westminster Palace after the initial parliament was burned down in 1934. The tower stands at the north end of the Westminster Palace and is a landmark of London and England. The clock designed by Ian Westworth and is considered one of the most accurate four-faced clocks in the world. It is popularly referred to as Big Ben although the name was intended for the great bell of the clock located at the top of the pillar. The Elizabeth Tower in London, England, was previously known as the clock tower. Elizabeth Tower - London, England The leaning Elizabeth Tower in England. A pyramid spire with a golden weathervane representing archangel Gabriel caps the tower. The belfry is topped by a cube with alternate faces portraying the female representation of Venice, and the Lion of St. Five bells are housed on the belfry located at the top of the tower. The current tower was constructed in 1912 and adheres to modern construction regulations for greater safety and stability. The construction of the initial building began in the 9th century as a watchtower but collapsed in 1902. Mark's Campanile in Venice, Italy, stands on the corner of St Mark's Square.
Mark's Campanile - Italy's other leaning tower. It has exhibited signs of aging and requires constant renovation to keep it standing. The tower was constructed on a 22-acre park to conceal the water tower that serves the two swimming pools located within the park. It is half the size of the Tower in Italy with a total height of 94ft, 28ft in diameter and leans 7.4ft from the vertical position. In fact, many speculate that Robert Ilg built the tower in 1934 to celebrate the 600th anniversary of the Learning Tower of Pisa. The Leaning Tower of Niles is located in Niles, Illinois, and is similar to the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Leaning Tower of Niles - Niles, Illinois America's leaning tower in Niles, Illinois. Most of the ancient leaning towers lean unintentionally due to poor foundations and materials. Leaning towers are more than just magnificent - they are buildings that defy the basic concept of architecture.
10 Leaning Towers That Aren't the Leaning Tower of Piza The Belfry of Bruges, one of the world's lesser known leaning towers.
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