Facts about London Bridge
London Bridge is a very popular end for visitors from all around the world. It is a 5 arched bridge on river Thames that connects Southwark and the City of London. The actual location of the bridge on Thames River is between Tower Bridge and Cannon Street Railway Bridge, and sometimes, London Bridge is also called the Tower Bridge, but actually both of them are very different bridges. London Bridge Experience show is also very popular as it elaborates the history of the bridge in detail and is a great source of information, and it takes place in the halls situated under the southern arches of London Bridge. The show also features Hollywood style modern stages and sets, allowing viewers to enjoy the history of London Bridge in a better way. If you wish to visit London Bridge, then the nearest tube stations are the London Bridge tube station serving the Northern line, and Monument tube station. You can also use the London Bridge rail station which is located nearby. There are many other facts related to London Bridge, and they are described in the following steps.
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Roots of London Bridge are linked to 50 AD, the time when London was occupied by the Romans. At the same place where London Bridge is located, Romans Built a Wooden Bridge in 50 AD.
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This bridge has gone through many refurbishment works since it was first built and opened in 1729. At that time it was the only Bridge on Thames River.
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The version of the bridge that was built in 1729 was later demolished and a new design was proposed for this bridge, which was opened on 17th of March 1973. Bridge House estate is responsible for all of the maintenance of the bridge.
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A show called London Bridge Experience is also hosted under the southern columns of the bridge. It shows its history that starts from 50 AD till now.
