Big Ben falls silent until 2021

London, Aug 21 (EFE/EPA), (Camera: Will Oliver).- British lawmakers, local residents and tourists gathered near London's Houses of Parliament on Monday to hear Big Ben ring the hour for the final time in four years as the iconic clock tower is set to fall almost completely silent while renovations take place.

The famous bell will not be heard ringing on the hour in the UK capital until 2021, though it is still expected to feature on certain dates, including New Year's celebrations and Remembrance Sunday.



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