Guide to the Palace of Westminster

The original Westminster Palace was built in the 11th century and served as a principal royal residence during the Middle Ages before it was heavily damaged by fire in the 16th century. The rebuilt palace became the meeting place of both houses of Parliament and was almost completely destroyed by fire in 1834. The new Palace of Westminster is the building we recognize today, with its tower and clock and the iconic bell of Big Ben. This volume is a guide to the history and architecture of the palace.