The London tower is one of the symbols of Great Britain; it takes a special place in the history of the English nation and is one of the most visited place in the world.

Ravens of a tower are known for all, Jomeny policemen, royal jewelry and the stories about a gloomy fortress-prison-here are only the very firs associations at the name "The London Tower", however all it is only very small part of history of this well-known building.

The history of London Tower begins long before its basis by The William Conqueror in 1066.Preconditions to its creation have been put even during existence of Roman empire and a tower till now stores in itself parts of that time.

The English-Saxon Chronicle informs that in 1097 round the London Tower the fortification has been constructed, it is probably to replace a tree -earthen shaft of times of William the Conqueror. During Wilhelm Rufus's board the White Tower has not been finished yet. Modern researchers show that its building has been finished only during the board of Henry I.

The Royalty stronghold in London and also protection of royal family at the time of civil disorders was always the basic function of a tower. Now in visits 2.5 millions of viewers annually. Flow of tourists has been reduced all previous a roll of tower, the garrison of fortress has been reduced to a small contingent who carries out only ceremonial functions. Beside of this, in the approximately 100 persons continue to live nearby and almost 200 every day come to a Tower for work. The tower also remained Royal Polka Fuzilerov official staff based in 1685.

Now A Tower is a museum, library and the educational center, both for many Londoners and also for tourists.

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