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Construction work is carried out on the Elizabeth Tower, commonly known as Big Ben, in London, Britain July 4, 2017. REUTERS/Hannah McKay
by Asharq Al-Awsat | Oct 2, 2017 | Lifestyle & Culture
London- The British House of Commons announced on Friday that maintenance works at the Elizabeth Tower in London, which includes the famous clock and the Big Ben bell will cost double of the original estimate. On its official website, the House said: “the repair...
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A view of Derawar Fort. (AAA File Photo)
by Umar Farouq | Jun 15, 2013 | Lifestyle & Culture
Islamabad, Asharq Al-Awsat—On the edge of the Cholistan desert in southern Pakistan lies Derawar Fort, an 18th century fortress. Although it has been described an architectural marvel, it is currently deteriorating after long neglect. Historically, the desert fort...
