Taking a Tour of the World Famous Tower of London

Legends of royal catastrophes tell the woeful tales of the Tower of London. I went out to see this old castle in downtown London on one of the sunny summer mornings of my week-long vacation in London. Henry VI was slain here in 1471, and his children, Edward IV’s offspring, fled behind the castle walls in 1483. Exploring this medieval castle and London’s World Heritage Site was a thrill, despite the terrible history it holds. It was a fantastic opportunity to get up and personal with the Crown Jewels, famed Yeoman Warders, and ravens.

The Tower of London, Her Majesty’s Royal Fortress, is a massive structure that dates back approximately a thousand years. This fabled stronghold is remembered in history as a notorious jail where many hidden royal secrets resound. During Henry III’s reign, the Tower of London was retitled to White Tower or a Lion Tower, and a Zoo was built outside the drawbridge where he housed all the animals he had received as presents. In 1988, the Norman Tower La Tour Blanche was included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

As I rambled around various areas of this vast White Tower, which has a classic framework of Norman military construction; an impact of authority assumed about the kingdom; I was overwhelmed with astonishment. The Tower of London, an enormous castle, was primarily erected by William to enhance his reign and defend London. Since then, the Tower has become one of the most recognisable symbols of monarchy. The Tower of London, strategically located on a crescent alongside the River Thames, is a crucial demarcation dividing the impact of advancements from the monarchy’s power.

This magnificent Tower protects the Crown Jewels, royal treasures, and the pampered ravens as the most heavily guarded fortification in the realm. In reality, until the 19th century, its Tower towered above its surroundings, serving as a symbol of England’s final military success. The Tower of London is a magnificent remnant of an ever-changing assemblage of royal structures dating from the 11th to the 16th centuries. Although just a few of the royal complex’s palace structures remain standing. These palaces provide a glimpse into the lives of mediaeval rulers. The certified guardians of this palace are Royal Ravens, but their wings have been clipped to prevent them from flying.

According to legend, the day the Tower loses its ravens, both the stronghold and the commonwealth of England will lose their authority. Long live the Ravens, if any of it is to be believed! It’s difficult to say if I was captivated or terrified when seeing this stronghold because it aroused both emotions. As you go about, the commemorations, rich history, and other legends live on, as do the ghost stories and horrible martyrdom stories that inspire horror.

A guided tour of the Crown Jewel Exhibition, LIVE historical re-enactments, Royal Armouries, Yeoman coinage, The Fusilier Museum, Line of Kings, and Warder are all available with a Tower of London ticket. The nearest station is London Bridge. The Floating Museum, Science Museum London, and the London Transport Museum are just a few of the amazing institutions in the area worth seeing.

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