Victoria Tower (Canada)

Victoria Tower (Canada)

The Victoria Tower was the prominent main bell tower that preceded the Peace Tower in Ottawa, Canada. Built when the original Parliament Hill Buildings were constructed, the Victoria Tower was destroyed during the Fire of 1916.

The only relic remaining from the Victoria Tower is the Victoria Tower Bell.


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