3: Victorian Masterpiece
First transmitted in 1983, The Great Palace takes a view inside Britain's world famous Houses of Parliament.
First transmitted in 1983, the Palace of Westminster is the legacy of architects Charles Barry and Augustus Pugin. They began rebuilding Parliament after a fire all but destroyed it in 1834. Constructed on a site with 800 years of political history, this comparatively small seat of government has commanded respect ever since. Contributors who pay homage in this programme include then Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, who drew inspiration from its designs. Meanwhile, chiming reassuringly in the background is Big Ben, the palace's crowning glory.
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Celebrating the world-famous clock tower.
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This programme is available online as part of the Big Ben Collection.