All about London: the Tower Bridge!
Tower Bridge is a world-famous suspension bridge that spans the River Thames in London, England. It was built between 1886 and 1894 and officially opened on June 30th, 1894, by the Prince of Wales, later King Edward VII. The bridge is located close to the Tower of London and is a major landmark and tourist attraction in London. The bridge has two towers, each 213 feet high, which are connected by a high-level walkway. The walkway provides stunning views of London and the river below. The bridge has a total length of 800 feet and a width of 213 feet. It was designed by Horace Jones, the City Architect of London, and his engineer, Sir John Wolfe Barry. The bridge is a unique combination of a suspension bridge and a drawbridge. Its hydraulic system allows the middle section of the bridge to be raised to allow large ships to pass through. The bridge can be raised to an angle of 86 degrees and can be opened in just 90 seconds. Today, Tower Bridge is one of the most recognizable landmarks in the world and is one of the most visited tourist attractions in London. It is also an important symbol of London's history and engineering achievements..
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