The famous clock tower in London is known as Big Ben, although this name actually refers to the Great Bell inside the tower rather than the tower itself, which is officially called the Elizabeth Tower. Completed in 1859, the tower is part of the Palace of Westminster and has become an iconic symbol of London and the United Kingdom. Big Ben stands at 316 feet (96 meters) tall and is renowned for its intricate clock mechanism and Gothic Revival architecture. The tower has undergone various restorations and remains a popular tourist attraction, frequently featured in films and literature.