Is Big Ben the name of the clock tower in London?
Big Ben is actually the nickname of the giant bell inside London's famous clock tower. The tower itself was renamed Elizabeth Tower in 2012 for Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee.
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- What is the Temple of Heaven?
“Beijing's Temple of Heaven is where emperors prayed for good harvests, and it's now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.”
Reference: UNESCO
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How many rooms does the Forbidden City have?
Legend says Beijing's Forbidden City has 9,999 rooms, but surveys count about 8,700.
Which country has the most UNESCO World Heritage Sites?
Italy has more UNESCO World Heritage Sites than any other country, with more than 60 sites.