Tower of London

11th century1066UK (England)

CountryUK (England)

RegionLondon

Period11th century

Year Built1066

About Tower of London

Founded by William the Conqueror after the Norman invasion. Has served as palace, prison, treasury, and menagerie. The Crown Jewels have been kept here since 1303. Anne Boleyn, Catherine Howard, and Lady Jane Grey were executed here. The ravens must stay or the kingdom will fall.

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