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Tower of London

Step into over 900 years of drama, intrigue, and legend at the **Tower of London**, one of the world’s most iconic castles and a true treasure for families and curious travelers alike. Rising majestically on the banks of the Thames, this fortress was begun by William the Conqueror in 1066 and has stood witness to royal triumphs, infamous betrayals, and some of the most pivotal moments in British history. Inside its ancient stone walls, you’ll discover tales of imprisoned queens, daring escapes, and the mysterious fate of the Princes in the Tower. Marvel at the dazzling **Crown Jewels**, still guarded by the famous Yeoman Warders (“Beefeaters”), and meet the legendary ravens, said to protect the very kingdom itself. Children and adults can explore winding passages, imposing towers, and interactive exhibitions that bring the past vividly to life. Whether you’re fascinated by medieval armor, royal secrets, or simply love a good ghost story, the Tower’s mix of history, myth, and spectacle promises a memorable adventure for every visitor.

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The year is 1671, and Thomas Blood is smashing the Crown of England with a MALLET right where you're standing, trying to stuff it under his coat! This thousand-year-old fortress was built with stones shipped all the way from France, and once housed a polar bear that dove for fish in the moat. That same moat was 50 meters wide - that's wider than your entire school playground - filled with murky Thames water! Today you'll see those same Crown Jewels Blood tried to flatten, now sparkling behind bulletproof glass after the wildest heist attempt in royal history!

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  • The Tower of London has been the site of some of the most dramatic moments in English history, including the execution of three English queens—Anne Boleyn, Catherine Howard, and Lady Jane Grey—making it a unique witness to royal power struggles and personal tragedies that shaped the nation.
  • The Tower once housed a royal menagerie, starting in the 13th century, where exotic animals like lions, elephants, and even a polar bear (a gift from the King of Norway in 1251) were kept for royal entertainment, later becoming the foundation for the London Zoo when the menagerie closed in 1835.
  • Legend has it that the kingdom itself will fall if the Tower’s resident ravens ever leave; today, the ‘Ravenmaster’ cares for at least six ravens at all times, and their wings are clipped to ensure they stay—a quirky tradition that fascinates families and children visiting the site.
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