London is the capital city of United Kingdom and England. It is the most populated city in the United Kingdom. In South East of the Great Britain Island, London stands on River Thames. This city has a size of about 2.9 km2. It is a cultural city and the most visited city in the world. In London, you will find various places that you can visit in the city. Some of the best places to visit in London include:
The Buckingham Palace
Have a visit at the Buckingham Palace to have a brief view of the palace. It is one of the very few royal palaces in the world that still works up to date. Buckingham Palace is the headquarters of administration for the United Kingdom reigning monarch. It is found in the Westminster city. This palace was mostly the center for royal hospitality & hosting state occasions.
Initially, it was called Buckingham house that was the largest townhouse built in the year 1703 for Buckingham Dukes. In 1761, it was acquired by King George III who made it Queen Charlottes’ private residence and changed its name to The House of the Queen. In the 19th century, the house was enlarged by two architects; Edward Blore and John Nash. They were able to build the central courtyards three wings. The palace became the British Monarch London residence 1837 upon attainment of the rank by Queen Victoria.
Major additions to the palace structure were done in late 20th and 19th centuries. The additions included the East Front that is made up of very well recognized balcony where traditionally the royal family gathers to greet the crowd. The palace also has the Queens Gallery that was constructed and in 1962 opened to the public.
In the summer you could tour 19 spectacular rooms in the palace. The room decorations are made up of the Royal collections greatest treasures e.g. painting works by Ruben, Van Dyck & Rembrandt. During the non-summer visits to the palace, you will still get the opportunity to watch changing the famous guard and have a look at the iconic palace exteriors.
The Coca-Cola London Eye
It is found in the central heart of London. It gracefully rotates above River Thames opposite Big Ben and parliament house. It has a height of 135metres making it the tallest projecting beam in the world in the 19th century. The eye is a symbol that represents the global icon & the capital in the modern days. It is also a very famous landmark in the London city which has always been the first experience by visitors in this city.
The rotation of the eye takes approximately 30 minutes while gradually giving the London perspective that is ever changing. The Coca-Cola London eye experience lifts you very high to 40 km enabling you to observe and see the London spectacular details. Make the most out of your time by visiting The Coca-Cola Eye in London. The Coca-Cola London Eye will give you a chance to see London from unique perspectives e.g. scent, bubble & wind. It is among the most popularly toured places in London city.
The Westminster Abbey
Initially, it was called Collegiate Church of St Peter at Westminster. It is a Westminster city large and majorly the Church of Gothic Abbey. It is located to the west of the Westminster Palace. It is amongst the most notable United Kingdom religious buildings. It is also a coronation place and site of burial for the British & English Monarchs. The Westminster Abbey receives one million visitors per year to explore this 700-year-old wonderful building.
The HM Tower of London
This historic castle is found on River Thames north banks in London central. This tower is a several building complex that were set in between two concentric rings of a moat and defensive walls. The tower has a great importance in the history of England because it served several roles; it was a treasury, Royal mint home, menagerie, the office of public records etc.
The tower was used as a prison when figures like Elizabeth I fell in disgrace then she later became the Queen. Also, Elizabeth Throckmorton and Sir Walter Raleigh were imprisoned in this castle. Due to this use of the tower, it resulted to the phrase “sent to the Tower” despite the place being reputed as a death and torture place.
Visit one of these places in the London city and you will enjoy yourself very much.
