Short Answer..It was built by William the Conqueror Duke of Normandy AKA William the bastard after he invaded England won the Battle of Hastings in 1066 and became King of England, he built as a way of displaying his power and ensuring his throne. read more
The Tower of London is located near the River Thames in Central London, England. The tower was built by William the conqueror (Emperor of England) in the year 1078. The complex contains some buildings with two circles of walls and a large water body. read more