# The Monument

- **Website:** <https://themonument.org.uk>
- **Primary alias:** `themonument.org.uk`

## Description

The Monument to the Great Fire of London, an iconic 202-foot structure designed by Robert Hooke in collaboration with Sir Christopher Wren, stands as a testament to the city’s resilience after the catastrophic fire of 1666. Located between Fish Street Hill and Monument Street, this Grade 1 listed building not only commemorates a pivotal moment in history but also served as a scientific instrument for gravity experiments, complete with an underground laboratory.

Visitors to The Monument can ascend 311 spiral steps to reach the viewing platform, situated 160 feet above ground, enjoying breathtaking panoramic views of London. Each climber is awarded a certificate, marking their achievement. The fluted Doric column, constructed from Portland Stone and topped with a golden orb, draws hundreds of thousands annually, making it an integral part of London’s landscape. The Monument is not only a historical landmark but also a popular tourist attraction, enhancing the rich narrative of the city while celebrating its storied past.

## Industries

- ✈️ Travel and Tourism
- ✈️ Tourist Attractions _(under Travel and Tourism)_
- 🧪 Science and Education
- 🧪 Libraries and Museums _(under Science and Education)_

## Links

- [twitter](https://twitter.com/The_Monument)
- [facebook](https://facebook.com/VisitTheMonument)
- [instagram](https://instagram.com/visitthemonument)

## Logos & icons

- logo _(primary)_ — PNG, SVG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idOs_mg9VD/w/820/h/341/theme/dark/logo.png?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1780443788972)
- icon _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idOs_mg9VD/w/400/h/400/theme/dark/icon.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1780443789054)

## Colors

| Name | Hex | Theme |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Port Gore | #20234f | accent |
| Mine Shaft | #2b2b2b | dark |
| Portage | #96a5ea | light |

## Fonts

- Serifa BT Black — asset _(custom)_
- Sentinel A — asset _(custom)_

## Imagery

- banner _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idOs_mg9VD/w/1500/h/500/idP5s9rTrK.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1780443789191)

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