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The Tower Bridge was built in 1894, is combined moveable bridge and suspension (is a type of bridge in which is hung below suspension cables on vertical.

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2 The Tower Bridge was built in 1894, is combined moveable bridge and suspension (is a type of bridge in which is hung below suspension cables on vertical suspenders) in London which crosses the River Thames.

3 The bridge, designed by city architect Horace Jones in collaboration with John Wolfe Barry, would eventually be completed in 1894. Five contractors and nearly 450 workers were involved in the construction of the 265 meter long bridge.

4 The moveable bridge can be opened to accommodate boat traffic. The statistics said that the moveable bridge open approximately 1000 times per year.

5  You can go inside the bridge, where you'll have a magnificent view over London from the walkway between the two bridge

6 Θέμης Αντωνίου Στ ’1 Inside the bridge is the Tower bridge Exhibition, a display area that encompasses the walkway and the two famous towers where you can observe the Victorian engine room. Visitors can learn about the history of the bridge via photos, films, and other media.


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