Is Big Ben the name of the clock tower in London?
Big Ben is actually the nickname of the giant bell inside London's famous clock tower. The tower itself was renamed Elizabeth Tower in 2012 for Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee.
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- When was Rome founded?
“According to legend, Rome was founded on April 21, 753 BC, by Romulus, and the city still celebrates its birthday on that date.”
Reference: Encyclopaedia Britannica
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Which country is inside Rome?
Vatican City, the world's smallest country, is completely surrounded by the city of Rome.
Why are ravens kept at the Tower of London?
At least six ravens are kept at the Tower of London because of a legend that the kingdom will fall if they ever leave.