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A special set of stamps have been produced to mark the history of the Tower of London.

The 10 stamps have been made in partnership with Royal Mail and Historic Royal Palaces, who manage the Tower.

A set of six stamps include images of the building, whilst a further set of four stamps depict some of the Tower's famous prisoners.

The stamps are being issued to mark the "myth and legend, ceremony and tradition" of the Tower.

What is the Tower of London?

The Tower of London is arguably one of the most famous historical buildings in the world - attracting over 3 million visitors each year!

It has been a secure fortress, a royal palace, an infamous prison and an execution site and has hundreds of years of history.

In the 1070's it was one of the first castles to be built by William, the Conqueror following his successful conquest of England.

Back then castles were used for lots of things, including defending areas from attack, and this is why William built it.

Today the Tower is one of the most secure castles in England, and has guarded royal possessions such as the Crown Jewels.

However, the Tower isn't all about royal bling.

Throughout history, Kings and Queens imprisoned their enemies or rivals within it and some were tortured.

Famous historical figures who were imprisoned in the Tower

Over the years many famous historical figures were imprisoned there including people like Anne Boleyn and Guy Fawkes.

But not all prisoners at the Tower were treated the same.

Whilst some were locked in gloomy cells, others were able to move freely around the tower.

Their treatment as a prisoner often depended on their crime and social status - some were even allowed luxuries such as comfortable bedding and servants!

Check out the pictures below to see which of the prisoners made it onto the stamps.

Anne Boleyn

Princes Edward and Richard

Lady Jane Grey

Sir Walter Raleigh