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The Big Ben Is Literally Just a Big Clock

Big Ben, the clock that stands tall as a monument to time itself. But did you know that it wasn't always known as Big Ben? Originally, it was just the clock tower of the Palace of Westminster. But after the bell inside the tower was replaced in 1859 with a larger one, it became known as Big Ben. And let's be real, who doesn't love a big bell? This traveler just doesn't understand the significance.

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So the next time someone says it's just a clock, remind them that this is an iconic landmark that tourists must visit before their England vacation ends!