Historical Events & Cultural Significance
Big Ben survived the London Blitz during World War II, although the Houses of Parliament next door were hit by bombs!
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Today, more than 3 million people visit the Acropolis each year — that’s like filling up 37,500 school buses with excited tourists!
The Palace of Versailles wasn’t always a palace — it started as a simple hunting lodge in 1624, built by King Louis XIII when he needed a place to rest during his hunting trips!
Modern Day Facts
The Acropolis Museum, opened in 2009, lets visitors see ancient artifacts up close and even shows what the temples looked like when they were painted!