Tower Bridge is a suspension bridge in London built between 1886 and 1894. Designed by architect Horace Jones. Henry Mark Brunel, John Wolf Barry helped him in the bridge project. It was built on the Thames River. The bridge is a unique masterpiece of the 19th century. Built to provide better transport links to East London. The bridge was officially opened on June 30, 1894 by Edward, Prince of Wales and Alexandra, Princess of Wales. Tower Bridge is one of the famous landmarks of London. It is sometimes confused with London Bridge, which is about 0.80 km above the Tower.