London is one of the most attractive cities in the world. It is the capital city of England and a very popular destination for many tourists. There are a number of reasons why people choose to visit this city. There is no one particular feature that be attributed to the large number of visitors in the city, but each and every part of the city has made some contribution. Some of the attractions you will find here include the mesmerizing architecture, the romantic Thames River, the timeless red double-decker buses and so on. Below are some of the most renowned places in the city:
The Architectural Marvels
There are a number of unique architectural marvels in London. To start with, you can visit the magical Buckingham Palace. The best time of the year that you can fully enjoy this visit is between August and September when the state rooms are open to the visitors. These rooms have a rich décor and are well furnished to give you an experience that you will never have before. In addition the palace garden is a home to more than three hundred wild flowers which are very rare to find explaining why the palace is termed as magical.
In addition to the palace there is the world’s third tallest clock, the Big Ben which is only a few meters away from the palace. In the city you will also love to see other architectural wonders such as the Marble Arch and the Piccadilly. Furthermore there are lots of old houses, buildings and castles that are unique to London alone.
St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Thames River
One of the most popular buildings in London is St. Paul’s cathedral. Any tourist visiting the city must pay a visit to this building. It was initially built in 1710 and has retained its original structure up to date. It therefore forms part of historical and religious prominence in London. Other architectural works of art in the city include the Millennium Bridge which is a link between the two ends of Thames Rivers. This bridge is unique and encourages people to use pedestrian movement therefore eliminating the problem of traffic.
You can enjoy a nice walk across the bridge as you explore the wonders of London city. There is also the London eye which is a giant wheel found four hundred feet above the ground. This building is known for taking tourists to a half an hour trip to get a breath-taking view of the city and its outcasts. During the night, they arrange “champagne flights’ where you can enjoy the best bar in the city.
World Class Restaurants
The magical city of London has so much to offer when it comes to food. In this city you are assured of enjoying exotic cuisines from all over the world. Just visit one of the world class restaurants and see what they have to offer. These restaurants include Le caprice, the J. Sheekey, the Ivy, the Berry Bros & Rudd just to mention but a few.
The Theatre
The theatre is something that has been popular in this city for many years. Visitors can book a show at the Royal Court Theatre and enjoy a good memorable performance. Later you can go shopping in the lavish departmental stores in and around the city. During your stay you can also choose to visit museums and art galleries such as the Tate Gallery and the British Museum. In a nutshell, London is a magical city. For years it has been in love with its history and this is what has made it unique and worthwhile to visit.
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