The Tower of London, located on the north bank of the river Thames, is one of the oldest government buildings used by the British government. The tower was used as a fortress, a royal palace and a prison. The Crown Jewels of the United Kingdom are being kept at the Tower of London since 1303 and can be visited by the public. Among them are several invaluable crowns, sceptres and swords.
 
 
 
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