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The Tower bridge was completed in 1894 and the structure of Victorian
engineering quickly became a symbol of London. Its pinnacled towers
and linking catwalk support the mechanism for raising the roadway when big
ships have to pass through. The bridge now houses the Tower Bridge
Experience, with interactive displays bringing the bridge's history to
life. Also on display is the steam engine that powered the lifting
machinery until 1976, when the system was electrified. After
climbing 300 stairs to the top of the towers, visitors can explore the
catwalk (now open to the public) affording a beautiful view along the
Thames River.
Two excellent locations for photographing the
bridge are from the Tower of London and the Millennium Bridge.
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