Презентация, доклад ученика 6н класса Земкова Ильи на тему Достопримечательности Лондона

London is one of the biggest cities in the world. Numerous banks, offices, and firms are situated there, including the Bank of England, the Stock Exchange, and the Old Bailey.

named Trafalgar Square to commemorate the historical naval victory won on the 21st of October 1805 . The battle took place at Cape Trafalgar in the mouth of the Straits of Gibraltar and lasted several hours.

the most imposing and popular of London's historical sites. It comprises not one, but 20 towers.

buildings in the world. The clock tower on the West Side houses the bell known as Great Paul. At three metres in diameter, it is the heaviest swinging bell in the country.

most popular and widely spread image of London, known and recognized thro­ughout the whole world. In this famous palace are also many meeting halls and various parliamentary offices.

is one of the greatest museums of art in the world. It is noted for the balance of its collections; all of the important art schools and almost all old Masters are represented there.

of it stands a figure of Nelson.

most spectacular at night when the clock faces are illuminated. The name Big Ben actually refers not to the clock-tower itself, but to the thirteen ton bell hung within. The bell was named after the first commissioner of works, Sir Benjamin Hall.

but the most interesting of them all is the Tower Bridge situated near the Tower of London.

of the Port of London. Due to a special mechanism, the main traffic-way consisting of two parts fixed to two hinges at the ends can be lifted up.