A landmark of royal history infused with blood, to...

A landmark of royal history infused with blood, torment and intrigue. Overwhelmed by tourists and schoolchildren early in the day, the seat of royal power clears up in the afternoon, and the wait time for the royal jewels drops precipitously. Stay till closing time, and walk out through the traitor s gate if you dare. But not before puzzling out the prisoner prayers and credos carved into the walls, or admiring Edward I Longshanks luscious royal bed.