London
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Clarence House in London, the home of the Prince of Wales
Clarence House in London is one of the most famous houses in the United Kingdom, because the Prince of Wales and his wife live there as their official residence. The house is on the street from Buckingham Palace to Trafalgar Square, and is adjacent to St. James’s Palace. The proximity to these very touristic points of the city makes it one of the most visited places in London. What to see in Clarence House If you are interested in visiting this luxurious place, it will be good for you to know that in this place you can find the largest…
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Victoria and Albert Museum in London and its exhibitions
The Victoria and Albert Museum (often referred to by its abbreviations V&A), is considered the largest museum of decorative arts in the world and its building itself is already considered a true work of art. In this museum, founded in 1852 under the name of South Kensington Museum, we can find a large collection of art and design from all over the world. It was in 1899 when it acquired its current name in honor of Queen Victoria and her husband Albert. The exhibitions of the Victoria and Albert Museum In the huge Victoria and Albert Museum we can find…
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How to Visit the Parliament of London and the famous Big Ben
One of the most famous images of London and that first comes to mind when visiting this city is the London Parliament and especially the great tower that is next to it, Big Ben. The Houses of Parliament, also called the Palace of Westminster, is home to the House of Commons and the House of Lords, two historic sites you can visit. In addition, the visit can be done in Spanish so you can enjoy it much more if you do not speak English. D also discover the schedules and prices to visit the Parliament of London. The Exterior of…
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If it rains in London, don’t be bored, there is a lot to do!
If you are in London and you are thinking about what to do because it rains or where to go, don’t be alarmed! Beyond the fact that it is one of the most expensive cities in the world, London also offers different alternatives in one of its typical and common days where you do not know where to start. Now it’s time to decide if you go on one of the red double-decker buses (1.20 pounds for a single ticket) or choose the underground (metro) although the ticket costs a little more (between 1.80 and 2.70, depending on the area).).…
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What to see in the Greenwich neighborhood, the origin of time
Obviously Greenwich is not where time originated but it is where the world time reference is taken. Who has not heard of the Greenwich Meridian? But in addition to the meridian and the observatory where it is located, the Greenwich neighborhood is a very special place and a very pleasant excursion that you can take on your visit to London. By the way, very few people know how to pronounce the name correctly. It sounds something like “grenich”. That’s why if you go to London and try to pronounce it as logic tells you, no one will understand you. What…
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Visit the British Museum with its 5,000 Years of History
If you want to visit more than 5,000 years of history in a single enclosure, you must go to the British Museum. To visit the British Museum you must go to Russel Street near the Tottenham Court Road tube station and you should know that this museum houses one of the largest collections of archaeological elements in the world. Within its walls, a history buff could get lost for hours or even days, carefully observing each of the objects that are part of its collection. It’s a very large museum, so we recommend you take this guided tour of the…
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How to visit the Covent Garden neighborhood and the Piazza
Covent Garden is without a doubt the neighborhood in central London where you will find the most entertainment options. It is located in the western part of the West End and it is a place where you will not lack fun This area is home to the Royal Opera House, the London Transport Museum and the Actors’ Church. But also in the streets surrounding the neighborhood’s piazza we will find many pubs, clubs, cafes, theaters, craft and antique shops, or clothing stores. Covent Garden Piazza In the exact center of the neighborhood there is an open space known as the…
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