May 31, 2019 is the 160th birthday of the largest four face clock in the world, Big Ben.

2019年5月31日是世界上最大的四面钟——大本钟的160岁生日。

youdao

The beginning of the New Year is signified by the chiming of Big Ben, the famous London clock, at midnight, which is also shown on TV for those who are staying in.

新年的开始是以伦敦著名的钟——大本钟的午夜12点的敲响来表示，为了那些呆在家的人们，这一场景会现场直播。

youdao

The Houses of Parliament and the clock tower, commonly called Big Ben, are among London's most iconic landmarks.

英国议会会议厅附属的钟楼，一般被叫做大本钟，是伦敦众多标志性景观之一。

youdao

It is currently free to climb the 334 steps of the clock tower containing Big Ben.

BBC: U-turn over Big Ben trip charges

As a mark of respect, the chimes of Big Ben, as the bell and clock tower by the Palace of Westminster are commonly known, were silenced for the duration of the proceedings.

CNN: SHARE THIS

People trust the Speaking Clock - Big Ben is timed by it.

BBC: Speaking Clock: Why are people still dialling for the time?