French: Tour de Londres
The Tower of London is a World Heritage site in United Kingdom defined by the UNESCO in 1988 and definitely a recommended cultural sightseeing location.
It is on position 148 (135, 472) in our monthly survey..

"The massive White Tower is a typical example of Norman military architecture, whose influence was felt throughout the kingdom. It was built on the Thames by William the Conqueror to protect London and assert his power. The Tower of London – an imposing fortress with many layers of history, which has become one of the symbols of royalty – was built around the White Tower."
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