London Bridge: More Than Just a Nursery Rhyme (Unless That's All You Got)
Ah, London Bridge. The name itself conjures up images of jolly nursery rhymes, skipping over a bridge that's about to fall down (spoiler alert: it never does). But there's more to this bridge than meets the eye, or singsong voice. Buckle up, because we're diving into the fascinating, slightly odd, and undeniably British world of London Bridge.
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From Romans to Road Rage: A History for the Ages
The current London Bridge might look all sleek and modern (well, 1970s modern), but its history stretches way back. We're talking Romans here, folks! They were the first to build a crossing at this spot, laying the foundation for over 2,000 years of bridge-based shenanigans.
Over the centuries, London Bridge has seen it all. From jousting knights (because apparently, traffic jams weren't bad enough) to housing shops and even a row of decapitated traitors' heads (don't worry, they took those down eventually).
Fun Fact: The old London Bridge (the one before the 1970s version) actually got sold to the US in the 1960s and shipped brick by brick to Arizona! Talk about a flat-pack bridge crisis.
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Is it London Bridge or Tower Bridge? The Tourist Trap Takedown
This is a common misconception, folks. Let's clear the air. London Bridge is the more workaday bridge, the one you see in traffic jams and struggle to get across during rush hour. Tower Bridge, on the other hand, is the grandaddy of postcard shots, the one with the fancy towers that open and close to let big boats through.
Remember: If you find yourself asking "Is this the bridge falling down?" you're probably on the wrong one.
So, What IS London Bridge About?
Honestly? It's about getting from point A to point B. But it's also about history, about engineering marvels (both ancient and modern), and maybe even a little bit about nursery rhymes that get stuck in your head for days on end.
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London Bridge in a Nutshell:
- A historic bridge with Roman roots.
- A survivor of jousts, shops, and even traitors' heads.
- Not the bridge that opens and closes (that's Tower Bridge).
- The star of a catchy (if slightly morbid) nursery rhyme.
How-To FAQs on London Bridge:
Q: How to get to London Bridge?
A: By tube, bus, or if you're feeling adventurous, by swimming (not recommended).
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Q: How to avoid falling down London Bridge?
A: It's not actually falling down, so you're good! But maybe avoid skipping while you cross.
Q: How to tell the difference between London Bridge and Tower Bridge?
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A: Look for the giant, imposing towers. If you see them, it's Tower Bridge.
Q: How to sing the London Bridge nursery rhyme without getting annoyed?
A: A task many have attempted, few have mastered.
Q: How to buy a bridge (hypothetically)?
A: Let's just say London Bridge isn't on the market (and Arizona probably has enough bridges for now).
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