The Tower of London is the ancient fortress that was founded by William the Conqueror of Normandy and almost 1,000 years of British history has been played within its walls. The Tower of London, also knows as The White Tower, the square fortress with turrets on every corner is wht gives it its name. It is actually in the middle of a compound of several buildings along the River Thames in London, it has served as a fortress, mint, palace, place of execution, public records office, armoury, treasury, observatory, refuge, and prison, particularly for upper class prisoners.

The Castle building was a vital part of the Norman’s Conquests; it was when Normandy’s Duke William conquered England in the year 1066 his first stroke after landing was to build a castle. His idea was first to conquer, then subdued and finally colonize the whole England.

The Ravens are considered as one of The Tower's most interesting and famous sights. These magnificent creatures have lived within these walls for over a hundred years and legend says, if they leave, the empire will fall. Watch out for these magnificent guardians all around The Tower and make sure you see their lodgings.

This was the place where Anne Boleyn was executed, Richard II and Elizabeth I were imprisoned, Guy Fawkes was originally interrogated, and the 'Princes in the Tower' disappeared without any trace.

This Tower is a striking London landmark, as it stands on guard by the River Thames. Find out the secrets that lie within its walls, marvel at the awe-inspiring Crown Jewels, stand on the exact place where Three English queens were brutally beheaded and explore The Tower and realize the myths and legends that make a visit a fantastic one.

Today the Tower of London is one of the world's most important tourist attractions and attracts over 3 million visitors a year who come to discover its long and exciting history, its buildings, and all of its famous ceremonies.

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