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Posted on Jun 15, 2010 in London Travel

Westminster Abbey, A Place Of History And Worship

In London’s Parliament Square, Westminster Abbey is the place where state funerals and royal coronations are held. The church was created in the year 616. The coronations here in London have always been held there and nowhere else. When people come to the church for a tour, they like to see St....
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Posted on May 25, 2010 in London Travel

Trafalgar Square, A Gathering Of The Masses

Trafalgar Square was built in the 1830s. This area has a double purpose-tourism and political awareness. During the Christmas season every year, the country of Norway provides the area with a Christmas tree. This is their way of appreciation for Britain helping them to separate from the Nazis. This area was...
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Posted on May 9, 2010 in London Travel

The Houses Of Parliament, A Different Kind Of Politics

The Houses of Parliament was originally located where a palace was built for Edward the Confessor. The Houses of Parliament is also known as The Palace of Westminster. Even though the royal place was shifted to Whitehall Place in 1547, the Parliament members still continued to meet at Westminster. At St....
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Posted on Jan 28, 2010 in London Travel

Buckingham Palace, The Official Residence Of Queen Elizabeth

Buckingham Palace used to be a town home whose owner was the Dukes of Buckingham, hence the name Buckingham Palace. While it was still a town home, it was purchased in 1761 for Queen Charlotte for use as a family home. She and her husband, George III, wanted to be closer to where they held a lot of their...
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Posted on Jan 19, 2010 in London Travel

How To Ride London’s Double Decker Bus

If you’re looking for a way to get around London, the double-decker bus is one of the ways to go. The locals use them every day. They’re good for tourist to use also. Since these buses only go to certain places, you may or may not get to ride it. However, if you’re a tourist, even if you...
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Posted on Jan 14, 2009 in London Travel

Navigating Your Way Through The London Underground

The London Underground is the rail system that is used in London. It is also used in areas such as Buckinghamshire and Essex. It has been around since 1863 and is the oldest rail system in the world. Even though it is named the Underground, the majority of rail travel is done above the ground. Locals also...
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