Sunday, May 27, 2007

Pollution turning Tower of London yellow

Pollution is Turning the Tower of London Yellow (LiveScience.com)

LiveScience.com - A moat and fortified walls have protected the Tower of London from vandals for almost 800 years, but against the ravages of pollution, the iconic royal palace doesn’t stand a chance. The entire complex is turning yellow from the exhaust of cars and trucks, according to a new study.The discoloration is most noticeable at the complex’s White Tower, the original square fortress built by William the Conqueror in 1078. ...

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