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The Palace of Westminster is the meeting place of the House of Commons and the House of Lords, the two houses of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. Commonly known as the Houses of Parliament after its occupants, It is also known as the 'heart of British politics'. The Palace lies on the northern bank of the River Thames in the City of Westminster, in central London. Its name, which derives from the neighbouring Westminster Abbey, may refer to either of two structures: the Old Palace, a medieval building complex that was destroyed by fire in 1834, and its replacement, the New Palace that stands today. For ceremonial purposes, the palace retains its original style and status as a royal residence and is the property of the Crown.
The first royal palace was built on the site in the eleventh century, and Westminster was the primary residence of the Kings of England until a fire destroyed much of the complex in 1512. After that, it served as the home of the Parliament of England, which had been meeting there since the thirteenth century, and also as the seat of the Royal Courts of Justice, based in and around Westminster Hall. In 1834, an even greater fire ravaged the heavily rebuilt Houses of Parliament, and the only medieval structures of significance to survive were Westminster Hall, the Cloisters of St Stephen's, the Chapel of St Mary Undercroft, and the Jewel Tower.
Coordinates: 51°29′58″N 0°08′00″W / 51.4995°N 0.1333°W / 51.4995; -0.1333
Westminster (/ˈwɛsᵗmɪnstər/) is an area of central London within the City of Westminster on the north bank of the River Thames. Westminster's concentration of visitor attractions and historic landmarks, one of the highest in London, includes the Palace of Westminster, Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey and Westminster Cathedral.
Historically the area lay within St Margaret's parish, City & Liberty of Westminster, Middlesex.
The name Westminster originated from the informal description of the abbey church and royal peculiar of St Peter's (Westminster Abbey), literally West of the City of London, indeed until the Reformation there was a reference to the 'East Minster' at Minories (Holy Trinity Priory, Aldgate) east of the City; the abbey was part of the royal palace that had been created here by Edward the Confessor. It has been the home of the permanent institutions of England's government continuously since about 1200 (High Middle Ages' Plantagenet times) and is now the seat of British government.
Dan Cruickshank explores the Palace of Westminster, also known as the Houses of Parliament (Part 1)
Dan Cruickshank explores the Palace of Westminster, also known as the Houses of Parliament (Part 3)
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Dan Cruickshank explains what happened after the fire of 1834 destroyed the Palace of Westminster, also known as the Houses of Parliament. What we see today is designed by Charles Barry and Augustus Pugin. Dan tours the Lords' side and Royal rooms in this, the first part of five.
Dan Cruickshank delves through the archives containing the Acts of Parliament, including the Emancipation of Slaves and the Anatomy Act that prevented body snatching. Then, with a swift change of tack, it is on to examine Augustus Pugins legacy, which is seen everywhere from letter racks to flock wallpaper.
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How the effects of pollution and lack of maintenance are damaging some of the Palace's centuries-old stonework and carvings For further information about the Restoration and Renewal Programme visit www.restorationandrenewal.parliament.uk
Annie Furlong describes the moment her Great, Great, Great, Great Grandfather, Patrick Furlong and his fellow labourer, Joshua Cross accidentally caused the third largest fire in London's history (after the Great Fire and the Blitz), the burning of the palace of Westminster which was witnessed by thousands of people, including Charles Dickens and Turner, both of whom chronicled the moment through their famed talents. Annie is nine years old and acquired special permission from her headteacher to take the day off school so that she could learn more about the effect her ancestor's mistake made on England's history. With thanks to Caroline Shenton for her tour and education. Please note, a correction to the painting in the Tate, it is actually a watercolour by Turner named "The Burning of the...
The Palace's failing heating, ventilation, water and electrical systems and the challenges of asbestos removal For further information about the Restoration and Renewal Programme visit www.restorationandrenewal.parliament.uk
Create your own video on http://studio.stupeflix.com/?w=1 ! The Palace of Westminster lies on the bank of the River Thames in the heart of London. A detail from John Rocque's 1746 map of London. J. M. W. Turner watched the fire of 1834 and painted several canvases depicting it, including The Burning of the Houses of Lords and Commons (1835). The Palace of Westminster's two most famous towers are the Victoria Tower (left) and the Clock Tower (with the clock faces). The layout of the Palace of Westminster. Click on the image for a key to the annotations. Benches in the House of Lords are coloured red. The Sovereign's Throne and Canopy are located at one end of the chamber. Benches in the House of Commons Chamber are coloured green. Westminster Hall in the early 19th century. George IV's coro...
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London Palace of Westminster Tour Travel Destinations | Palace of Westminster Destinations Video 2015 The Palace of Westminster is the meeting place of the House of Commons and the House of Lords, the two houses of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. Commonly known as the Houses of Parliament after its tenants, the Palace lies on the Middlesex bank of the River Thames in the City of Westminster, in central London. Its name, which derives from the neighbouring Westminster Abbey, may refer to either of two structures: the Old Palace, a medieval building complex that was destroyed by fire in 1834, and its replacement New Palace that stands today. For ceremonial purposes, the palace retains its original style and status as a royal residence. The first royal palace was built on the site in t...
http://www.expedia.com/London.d178279.Destination-Travel-Guides A trip to London might as well be a trip through history. This city has long been a hub for finance, education, and culture, and is full of modern construction mixed with ancient buildings. Your London tour must include St. Paul’s Cathedral, one of its most well-known churches. You’ll also want to see the Tower of London, the Palace of Westminster, and Westminster Abbey for exquisite examples of the city’s famous architectural landmarks. Walk or jog through numerous green spaces, among them Hyde Park and Green Park, in the center of London. Continue your London sightseeing in the West End, where you’ll find ancient buildings converted into modern shops, restaurants, bars, and shows. You’ll find one of the largest theatre d...
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In this video tour, David Hill of New York Habitat (http://www.nyhabitat.com) explores the historic area of Westminster in London! As the political and cultural heart of London, Westminster houses the Palace of Westminster, which is the seat of government, as well as Buckingham Palace, which is the residence of the Royal Family. To the north, Westminster is bounded by Mayfair and Trafalgar Square; to the east and south by the River Thames; and to the west by Knightsbridge and Chelsea. In this video tour, we'll take you to the Houses of Parliament; Westminster Abbey; Buckingham Palace and more! The Houses of Parliament The tour starts at the Palace of Westminster, which is more commonly known as the Houses of Parliament. The Parliament have been meeting here since the 13th Century, and th...
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London contains four World Heritage Sites: the Tower of London; Kew Gardens; the site comprising the Palace of Westminster, Westminster Abbey, and St Margaret's Church; and the historic settlement of Greenwich (in which the Royal Observatory marks the Prime Meridian (0° longitude) and GMT).[28] Other famous landmarks include Buckingham Palace, the London Eye, Piccadilly Circus, St Paul's Cathedral, Tower Bridge, Trafalgar Square and Wembley Stadium. London is home to numerous museums, galleries, libraries, sporting events and other cultural institutions, including the British Museum, National Gallery, Tate Modern, British Library, Wimbledon and 40 theatres.[29] The London Underground is the oldest underground railway network in the world[30] and the second-most extensive (after the Shangha...
Read your free e-book: http://hotaudiobook.com/mebk/50/en/B007AQ1FT2/book This book covers the history of 'big Ben', the great clock and bells at Westminster, from the origins of Westminster as the seat of government right up to the celebrations of the Great Clock's 150th anniversary in 2009.the book begins by taking the reader through a typical visit to the Clock Tower, and then begins the history of the palace of Westminster, covering the fire of 1834, the building of the New Houses of Parliament and development of the clock and the bells, going into detail on their design and installation. The book covers the famous of the current bell Big Ben in 1859, with sketches of all the characters involved, the two world wars, and the disaster of 1976. The book ends with adetailed technical descr...
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Westminster Abbey, formally titled the Collegiate Church of St Peter at Westminster, is a large, mainly Gothic abbey church in the City of Westminster, London, just to the west of the Palace of Westminster. It is one of the United Kingdom's most notable religious buildings and the traditional place of coronation and burial site for English and, later, British monarchs. Between 1540 and 1556 the abbey had the status of a cathedral. Since 1560, however, the building is no longer an abbey nor a cathedral, having instead the status of a Church of England "Royal Peculiar"—a church responsible directly to the sovereign. The building itself is the original abbey church. More info Visit https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Westminster_Abbey westminster abbey mission westminster cathedral who is buried ...
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To mark the 35th anniversary of the unveiling of a statue of Clement Attlee by Ivor Roberts-Jones in the Member’s Lobby of the House of Commons, Dr Jonathan Black discusses Roberts-Jones (1913-1996) and his significant public sculpture in and around the Palace of Westminster including the iconic statue of Churchill in Parliament Square. Dr Black’s monograph, ‘Abstraction and Reality: The Sculpture of Ivor Roberts-Jones’ argues that despite being a largely unfamiliar name, Roberts-Jones should be understood as a major British twentieth-century sculptor of public memorials and portrait busts. Dr Black is Senior Research Fellow in History of Art at Kingston University. We are grateful to the Arts and Humanities Research Council and Kingston University for supporting this talk and the accom...
US President Ronald Reagan and the First Lady - Nancy Reagan are guest of honor at the Royal Gallery in the Palace of Westminster . The President addresses the audience that includes British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher and the Leader of the Labour Party Michael Foot. First transmitted on 8th June 1982 If you are interested in licensing a clip from this speech please e mail archive@fremantlemedia.com
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Darkest Secrets About Buckingham Palace Revealed - BBC Documentary 2016 Buckingham Palace (UK /ˈbʌkɪŋəm/ /ˈpælɪs/[1][2]) is the official London residence and administrative headquarters of the reigning monarch of the United Kingdom.[3][4] Located in the City of Westminster, the palace is often at the centre of state occasions and royal hospitality. It has been a focus for the British people at times of national rejoicing. Originally known as Buckingham House, the building at the core of today's palace was a large townhouse built for the Duke of Buckingham in 1703 on a site that had been in private ownership for at least 150 years. It was acquired by King George III in 1761[5] as a private residence for Queen Charlotte and became known as "The Queen's House". During the 19th century it was...
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On 31 July 2015, 800 people gathered in the surroundings of Westminster Hall, in the Palace of Westminster, to witness a historic mock trial of a representative group of Magna Carta barons. The event was part of a range of activities taking place globally to mark the 800th anniversary of the sealing of Magna Carta at Runnymede in 1215. The mock trial saw two senior barristers debating whether King John's actions in the run-up to 1215 justified the terms the barons forced him to agree in the form of Magna Carta, and the extent to which rebellion against the King can be acceptable in the eyes of the law. The three judges - Lord Neuberger, President of the Supreme Court, Justice Stephen Breyer of the US Supreme Court, and Dame Sian Elias, Chief Justice of New Zealand - heard argument fr...
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A place of power's rising
A place so deep within
In that stormy night when I came in
The fence that penned me in
In times when my heart tried to flee
From the serpent camouflage's melody
[pre-chorus]
The corridors I'm walking the walls point waits at me
The pictures in their ancient frames
Have eyes but will not see
[chorus]
One silent scream
Came straight into my dream am I still here in these
Unwritten pages of stories
The spoken word
Is often quite unheard
In this old gallery
Of splendid unbroken memory
I can hear
The palace in your heart will grow
Uncovered the rivers will flow
Plastic balls of forlorn memories
Rolling on and on
For one more wish you're yearning and they're gone
The valleys of your soul
They still can let the light shine in
The symmetry of your heart grows within
[pre-chorus]
The mourning hours are history
In my enchanted land
The belfry dies away down here
The road shall have no end
[chorus]
For years I've tried to feel
For years I've turned the wheel
For all that's said and done it is so clear
The crystal moments shine above eternal nights of fearin' here