London’s Big Ben, a renowned clock and key feature of UK New Year celebrations, operates as a 165-year-old mechanical timepiece. In a digital age, maintaining its accuracy involves dedicated effort. CNN’s Isa Soares explores behind the scenes of this iconic landmark, revealing the intricate processes and challenges faced in ensuring that Big Ben keeps time perfectly, especially during the crucial moments of New Year’s festivities.
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London’s Big Ben is probably the world’s most famous clock and central to the UK’s New Year celebrations. But, in a digital world what does it take to keep the analogue 165-year mechanical clock on time? CNN’s Isa Soares climbs the narrow stairs and goes behind the scenes of the iconic landmark to see what it takes to make sure London’s New Year happens when it should. #BigBen #London #clock #NYE #HappyNewYear #NewYearCountdown #NewYearsEve
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