Big Ben is the nickname for the Great Bell of the clock at the north end of the Palace of Westminster in London, United Kingdom. The tower that houses Big Ben is officially known as Elizabeth Tower. The construction of the tower was completed in 1859.
The nickname "Big Ben" is often mistakenly used to refer to the clock or the clock tower itself, but it specifically refers to the Great Bell inside. The origin of the name is uncertain; it may have been named after Sir Benjamin Hall, a politician involved in the tower's construction.
Over the years, Big Ben has become an iconic symbol of London and the United Kingdom. The clock tower has undergone renovations and repairs, with the most recent major restoration project completed in 2021.
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