Houses Of Parliament Tourist Guide - London

The Houses Of Parliament forms a distinctive part of the London skyline, and this is a building that has become known all over the world, with its glorious and rich architecture and its distinctive design. Also known as the Palace of Westminster, the Houses of Parliament enjoys a rich and fascinating history, and is a popular tourists attraction for those visiting London.

The space occupied by the Houses of Parliament is where Edward the Confessor built the original palace in the eleventh century. Although the royal residence was moved to Whitehall Palace in the sixteenth century, Lords continued to use Westminster as a place to meet. Since then the Palace of Westminster has become home to English Parliament, and has become known as the Houses of Parliament.

The distinctive, Gothic building that forms the Houses or Parliament was actually built in the 1800s, after a fire broke out and destroyed the majority of the original palace. When you visit the Houses of Parliament you will be thrilled with the rich, Gothic style architecture, which was used so that the new building would fit in with nearby Westminster Abbey. You can also take in the Victoria Tower, from which the Union Jack is flown when parliament is sitting, and, of course, one of London's most iconic landmarks, Big Ben.

A guided tour is a great way to enjoy this attraction, and you can also visit the public galleries through the St Stephen's entrance. This attraction is a great way to learn more about the fascinating debates that take place in the House of Commons, as well as the ornately decorated House of Lords.