Tourist Attractions in London

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London is one of the largest cities in the world which has a population of about 8 million people. It is a leading global city for culture, fashion, finance, politics, trade and remains one of the most visited city Mnalesaah international visitors in the world. City contains many famous landmarks.

1-Westminster Abbey:


Westminster Abbey is a great church, located to the west of the Palace of Westminster. It is one of the most prominent religious buildings in the United Kingdom, the traditional place of coronation and burial site for English, and then the longer the British kings. For most of the current buildings dating back to 1245-1272 when Henry III decided to rebuild the old monastery in the Gothic style. The building was expanded later to a large extent: was added Henry VII church between 1503 and 1512, while the date for the two towers of the Western Front in 1745.
2-Palace of Westminster:

Palace of Westminster (known widely by more boards of parliament) which is the seat of parliament in the United Kingdom. The current building dates back to the 19th century when it was built in the wake of a fire at a wonderful example of the new Gothic and Victorian architecture. House of Commons is located (for the elected members of parliament) to the north of the building and decorated with green leather upholstery, and the House of Lords is located to the south and decorated with furnishings and red leather.

3-St. Paul's Cathedral:

Built in the 17th century, and became St. Paul's Cathedral is one of the most famous tourist attractions and the most exclusive in London. Cathedral has been saved by the heroic firefighters when it was bombed during World War II. And it was inspired by the great dome of St. Peter's Basilica before in Rome and rises 118 meters long (365 feet) to the cross at the top. It was the tallest building in London for the year 1710- 1962, and also features a dome upon reaching among the highest in the world.

4-Trafalgar Square:

Trafalgar Square is the most big city square to commemorate the victory of Lord Horatio Nelson against Napoleon's navy at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. Central monument inside the box is tall column and who stands and stares across London. The monument is surrounded by four black with a huge series of large fountains. This scene is much more than just an open field, but that Trafalgar Square is one of the world's most famous squares, and more social and political sites for tourists and Londoners alike.

5-Tower of London:

Now is the home of the British crown jewel, it has been building the Tower of London by William the Conqueror in 1078. And it served as a prison from 1100 to the mid-twentieth century. Today became the Tower of London as one of the most important the most popular tourist attractions in London.

6-London Eye:

London Eye on the banks of the River Thames, with a 135 meter (443 feet) high and is a huge observation wheel bearing external walls of glass. Featuring Batalaltha a fantastic views over central London. The London Eye is one of the most popular areas for paid tourist attraction in the United Kingdom, which has had more than 3.5 million people a year.

7-Buckingham Palace:

Buckingham Palace is the headquarters of Queen Elizabeth II even though it is owned by the British state, not the personal property of the king, used the courtyard of Buckingham Palace for the changing of the guard, with a big celebration for the tourist attraction.

8-The British Museum:

The museum was established in 1753, and the British Museum in London is the human history and culture museum. It is among the largest and most comprehensive museums in the world, which stems from all continents, which suggests documenting the story of human culture from its beginnings to the present time.

9-Tower Bridge:

Tower Bridge is a suspension and bascule bridge in London on the banks of the River Thames. It was close to the Tower of London, which gives it its name and became the iconic symbol of London. Construction began in 1886 and took eight years to build. The bridge consists of two towers which are connected together in the upper floor via two horizontal passages.

10-Big Ben:

Big Ben clock tower is due to the 150-year-old, one of the most prominent landmarks of London as one of the major tourist attractions in London. It became the clock a popular attraction which appeared in many films place. In the movie Mars attacks! For example is the destruction of Big Ben in the attack.


Translated from: http://www.startimes.com/f.aspx?t=35822999

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