Founded by William the Conqueror in 1066-7 and enlarged and modified by successive sovereigns, today the Tower of London is one of the world’s most famous and spectacular fortresses. Discover its 900-year history as a royal palace and fortress, prison and place of execution, mint, arsenal, menagerie and jewel house.
For over 600 year, kings and queens of England have stored crowns, robes and other valuable items of ceremonial regalia at the Tower of London. Since the 17th century, this collection has been known as the ‘Crown Jewels’ – some of the world’s most exquisite and historic precious stones are to be found in the collection. Among them Cullinan I and Cullinan II, the two largest top-quality cut diamonds in the world, and the extraordinary and ancient Koh-i-Noor diamond.
HM Tower of London
London
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