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London is the capital and largest urban area of England and the United Kingdom. At its core, the ancient City of London, to which the name historically belongs, still retains its limited mediaeval boundaries; but since at least the 19th century the name "London" has also referred to the whole metropolis which has developed around it.Today the bulk of this conurbation forms the London region of England and the Greater London administrative area, with its own elected mayor and assembly.
Taken from a Gruman Cougar flying to the north of London
The Clock Tower of Westminster is the world's largest four faced chiming clock. It is popularly and universally known as "Big Ben", which is actually the nickname of the main bell housed within the Tower. The structure is situated at the north-eastern end of the Houses of Parliament building in Westminster, London. Big Ben has also been referred to as The Tower of Big Ben, the Clock Tower of Parliament, Big Tom[citation needed] and, incorrectly, St Stephen's Tower which is actually the spired tower towards the middle of the Palace, the main point of entry for attendees of debates and committees.