The Tower of London eventually became a site solely for tourism and the home of the Crown Jewels. It’s been maintained and cared for through charities, and tourists can enjoy all kinds of fun ...

Hands off. For more than 800 years, the crown jewels have resided in the Tower of London, Harris says. And they’re kept under close watch, leaving the fortress only for official portraits and ...

"Crown jewels" is really just a catchall name for a suite of artifacts and regalia the royals use for coronations and other special events. The collection — now housed at the Tower of London ...

A royal residency, place of execution, and home to the dazzling Crown Jewels. Built in the 1070’s, the Tower of London is shrouded in history. Here’s everything you need to know about visiting ...

Some of the items will remain part of the Crown Jewels on display at the Tower of London. Others are expected to be passed down to King Charles, Camilla, the queen consort, and newly named ...

Discover the Tower of London – a secure fortress ... Prepare to be dazzled by the world-famous Crown Jewels. Take a Yeoman Warder tour and hear stories of pain, passion, treachery and torture.

In 1671 a former Civil War soldier and his gang conned their way into stealing the British Crown Jewels from the Tower of London. It became the first and only time anyone has attempted to steal them.

1. Valuables have been kept in the keep since the 1100s When you think of the Tower of London, one of the first things likely to pop into your head are the Crown Jewels. Before 1649, the important ...

The company also runs private tours of other London landmarks, such as the British Museum and Westminster Abbey. Escape the crowds with early access to the Tower and its Crown Jewels on this ...

jewels and a thousand years of history, the Tower of London also houses the working offices of Historic Royal Palaces. Alan’s office is based in the same building that houses the Crown Jewels.

Although its exterior might be grim and even unimpressive (especially when compared to stately Buckingham Palace), the Tower of ... don't miss the famous crown jewels exhibition.

jewels, robes and other valuables at the Tower of London – making it home to more bling than a Kardashian wedding. One of the highlights of the Crown Jewels is The Cullinan I diamond.