Why is Tower Bridge lit up purple?

As a mark of respect and to pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II, Tower Bridge was washed in purple light to mark the period of national mourning.



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Don't Mix Up London Bridge and Tower Bridge London Bridge and Tower Bridge look very different, yet both are famous bridges in their own right, and both are must-see attractions in the city. Both bridges are free to walk across, and they're both in great locations surrounded by other amazing attractions.

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As a mark of respect and to pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II, London's iconic Tower Bridge has been majestically illuminated in purple this weekend, until Monday 19th September, the day of Her Late Majesty's State Funeral.

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Some of London's most famous landmarks including the Royal Festival Hall and Tower Bridge have been lit up in purple to pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II.

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Second, it is a bridge and you can use it to get across the Thames. It is totally free to walk across the bridge.

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Your timed entry ticket allows you plenty of time to explore the Bridge's Towers, Walkways and Engine Rooms. It is recommended to allow approximately one hour to 90 minutes for your visit. You can also book guided tours of Tower Bridge, which last approximately 90 minutes.

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2) Shipping - in the 18th/19th century London was the busiest port in the world - therefore building bridges was impossible as they would have interrupted trade. 3) Lack of demand - traditionally East London has been much poorer and sparsely populated than West London - so there was no need for river crossings here.

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Fun Facts About The London Bridge
  • Kaboom! The vintage lamps on the bridge are made from the melted-down cannons of Napoleon Bonaparte's army.
  • The London Bridge is rumored to be haunted. ...
  • The inside of the bridge is hollow because it was rebuilt in order to accommodate auto traffic. ...
  • The London Bridge is a movie star!


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The Bridge is bound by an Act of Parliament to give river traffic priority over road traffic, which can sometimes be frustrating to car drivers stuck in rush hour traffic! The Tower Bridge Act of 1885 also states that the Bridge is to be opened free of charge for river traffic.

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London is a city of bridges where the past, present and future living together in peace.

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