'The conservation project remains on schedule. RECORD WINDS TOPPLE TRUCK, KNOCKDOWN CHURCH SPIREĬrews recently connected the tower's final dial to the giant clock mechanism, and all four sides are now believed to be functioning properly. Pollution is also blamed for even eroding away intricate carvings by one of the tower's original architects.ĭuring the multi-year project, officials estimate more than 700 pieces of stone were replaced in the London landmark. In addition to Mother Nature, pollution is also said to have taken a bite out of the tower's luster over the decades.Ī parliament spokesperson created air pollution for eating away at the tower's original limestone, which caused the need for hundreds of pieces of replacement stone. If Big Ben suits you, get the 44.65 MB app for 2.1.3 on PC.Experts say the replacement of more than 400 cast iron roof tiles, as well as other masonry work in the 315-foot structure, should help prevent future water intrusion. In particular to Dave, whose persistence finally motivated us to release this new version. Thanks to all who left comments and suggestions for improvement. NB Sounds will only play through earphones on 1st gen iPod Touch. Having it chime every quarter of an hour and toll on the hour (the chiming and tolling sounds will play even when Big Ben is not open, so long as your device is not muted and you allow notifications in the General Settings for this app) Have your iPhone (or iPod Touch) display the time of day in style. 1859 was the beginning for all three elements when the Clock Tower was completed, the Great Clock started on 31 May and the Great Bell’s chimes were heard for the first time on 11 July. The name this app is often used to describe the tower, the clock and the bell but the name was first given to the Great Bell.

During 2009, the UK Parliament celebrated the 150th anniversary of its world famous Clock Tower, Great Clock and Great Bell.

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