Презентация о Лондоне

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Tower of London is a historic castle on the north bank of the River Thames in central London, England. The castle was used as a prison since at least 1100, although that was not its primary purpose. A grand palace early in its history, it served as a royal residence.

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In 1988, the Tower of London was added to the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites, in recognition of its global importance and to help conserve and protect the site.

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Castle is guarded by the special warders or “Beefeaters”. King Henry VIII first introduced Beefeaters in 1485 when he used them as bodyguards. Their duties included looking after the prisoners in the Tower and guarding the Crown Jewels. These days thought, their main role is to guides for many tourists that visit the Tower every year. They also take care of eight big black ravens who live in the castle. They live in the Tower with their family.

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Wire animal sculptures at the tower

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The Tower of London's outer curtain wall