It is one of London's most famous tourist attractions, and it has an amazing history that not all tourists are aware of.
In this episode, we'll explore the bloody but fascinating history of London's oldest standing building.
Full transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/tower-of-london
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24m 44s