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7. Tower Bridge, London, England
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7. Tower Bridge, London, England

It’s as synonymous with London as Buckingham Palace and Big Ben—and the River Thames which it crosses. The landmark Victorian Gothic structure opened on June 30, 1894, and remains a vital urban river crossing for both pedestrian and vehicle traffic. It’s a combined bascule and suspension bridge, allowing river traffic to pass through. There are pedestrian walkways between the two towers, 143 feet above the Thames.

For more information: Tower Bridge Exhibition

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