The Bell Tower and Byward Tower, Tower of London

James Brittain

Historic Royal Palaces
United Kingdom

The Bell Tower and Byward Tower from the east, looking along Water Lane.

The ancient polygonal Bell Tower is the second oldest tower in the Tower of London fortress. Built in the 12th century, it is so called because the curfew bell has rung from it for at least 500 years.

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Title: The Bell Tower and Byward Tower, Tower of London
Creator: James Brittain
Location Created: Tower of London
Rights: © Historic Royal Palaces
External Link: Image from Historic Royal Palaces Image Library
Medium: Photograph

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