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Covent Garden
Perhaps one of the most popular tourist attractions in London, most visitors make sure that they pay at least one visit to this historic area of the city. Originally the largest fruit and vegetable market in the whole of England Covent Garden is now home to bars, restaurants, shops and a fabulous eclectic market. History [...]
The History of Carnaby Street
This now totally pedestrianised street is famous for fabulous shopping and unique fashion boutiques. A hive of activity and a centre for cultural exchange and entertainment in modern times, the area has a long and colourful history behind it. Anyone with a passion for fashion or a love of retail therapy should make sure that [...]
Tin Pan Alley
In the area of London historically known as St Giles, lies Denmark Street. Built in 1687 and named after George, Prince of Denmark it became home to a pioneering industry of printers and publishers who created what were known as ‘broadsides’, these were ballad sheets that were distributed far outside of the city’s boundaries. There [...]
Richmond Park
The stunning environment of Richmond Park stretches for almost 1000 hectares. It is one of a total of eight royal parks positioned around London and with its royal connections dating back almost 700 years it is believed to be the oldest. In 1625 it was King Edward I that created the first walled garden for [...]
Top Five Indian Restaurants in London
Eating superb Indian food in London today is a luxury we can all afford. World famous restaurants offer you a variety of cuisine, location, atmosphere and price. Indian cooking is traditionally based on regional dishes combining aromatic herbs and wonderful flavours. The result is an amazing choice of dishes to suit every taste and pocket. [...]
The London Dungeons
When you are tired of the beautiful architecture, rich culture and retail therapy that the city of London has to offer, why not try discovering the darker side to this vibrant metropolis and transport yourself back to some of the darker moments in the capitals history by visiting the macabre worlds of the London Dungeons. [...]
London Zoo
Opened in 1828, London Zoo is the oldest scientific zoo in the world. Built originally to house subjects for scientific study it was eventually opened to the general public in 1847. Today the zoo is home to 755 different species and approximately 17,000 individual animals. Situated on the northern boundary of Regents Park the zoo [...]
Chislehurst Caves
Beneath Chislehurst, a south eastern suburb of London, an extensive labyrinth of caves and tunnels await exploration. Originally a flint and chalk mine, the entire subterranean network is manmade and is believed to date back to at least 1250 when the area received its first recorded mention as a working mine. The caves have had [...]
Discover Highgate Cemetery
Situated within the London Boroughs of Camden, Islington and Haringey, Highgate Cemetery nestles silently within its lush woodland surroundings, whilst the hustle and bustle of city life carries on unnoticed outside its walls. Perhaps not one of the major tourist attractions within the city, it is at the very least one of the most atmospheric. [...]
A Guide to Shoreditch
Ziggys Home to some of the most fashionable haircuts in London, Shoreditch is the place to go if you want to hang with the cool kids. This is where the scenesters congregate, so if you’re into wacky art, alternative music and late-night bar hopping, Shoreditch should be top of your list. Read on for your [...]
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