England
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Back in Time at Shakespeare’s Globe Theater in London
Shakespeare ‘s Globe Theater is one of the most historic theaters in London as the best works of Shakespeare were performed there when it was built in 1599. In fact, many of Shakespeare’s plays were created to be performed here so they were tailor-made for the theater. Currently we can see a theater rebuilt in the image and likeness of the original that you should not miss. Visit Shakespeare’s Globe Theater Built in 1599, unfortunately in 1613 it was consumed by flames in an unfortunate fire that started during a performance and was completely destroyed. In its reconstruction, the rules…
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St. James’s Park, the oldest of London’s parks
For us, this is the most beautiful park in London, even more beautiful than Hyde Park, although it is more famous and more extensive. But what you find in St. James’s Park is a true pleasure for all the senses and being in it immerses you in the closest thing to paradise that you can find in London. It is the oldest royal park in London and today it is one of the busiest places in the city. The History of St. James’s Park The origins of this beautiful park date back to the times of Henry VIII when the…
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Picadilly Circus and its popular neon signs
One of the most popular places in London is Piccadilly Circus, the most important public space in the West End, a reference area in the city’s leisure, as well as the perfect meeting point for partying. It is a small square open to both traffic and pedestrians between 19th century buildings. Its main attractions are the corner of light panels and the statue of Eros. Is there anyone who has visited London and has not been to Piccadilly Circus? The illuminated panels of Piccadilly Circus In 1987 the first illuminated advertising panels were installed in Piccadilly Circus. In the beginning…
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Visit the Imperial War Museum in London and HMS Belfast
The Imperial War Museum in London is far from what comes to be a museum dedicated to the army where you can find elements of war, uniforms, weapons and everything related to this negative facet of human beings. And it is that in it we can find exhibitions to understand the warlike conflicts of history and to make people aware of the need for this facet not to be repeated. There is no better place in the world to have a similar museum than London, whose country has historically participated in numerous wars. History of the Imperial War Museum in…
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A walk through the City, the financial area of London
In the place where the ancient Roman settlement that gave rise to the city of London was located is the City of London, better known as simply the City, a place that you must visit if you go to London. It is currently the financial district of the city and very few people live there. In fact, it has gone from more than 200,000 inhabitants around the year 1700 to just over 7,000 inhabitants today. If you visit the City, do it during the week and in the morning to see it in all its splendor. What to see in…
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The Sherlock Holmes Museum in London
When we talk about museums in London we always think of the typical British Museum or the National Gallery. But at the famous 221B Baker Street we have a small museum dedicated to the world’s most famous detective. Although we already know that the character is fictional, visiting the recreation of his house is a curious experience. Many people wonder if they really lived there but it is safe to say that they did not because at that time the street only had 85 numbers and 221 was a made up number. A visit to the House of Sherlock Holmes…
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Travel diary. 4 days in Lisbon, the city of seven hills
Portugal is a country that is as close as it is unknown to many people. But we love it and whenever we can we escape to the neighboring country to enjoy its people, its gastronomy and its monumental cities. On this occasion, in September 2014, we decided to visit Lisbon, a city that we loved and would like to return to in the not too distant future. Also, it was our first international trip with our 11 month old. We traveled by car but it was an important litmus test to make further trips with him in the future. The…
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How to visit the Natural History Museum in London
Located in the neighborhood of South Kensington on the same street where the famous Victoria and Albert museums and the Science Museum are also located, we find the Natural History Museum of London. The Natural History Museum in London is a museum for the whole family to enjoy and where dinosaur skeletons could not be missing, one of its greatest attractions. If you visit London and go to this museum, you will surely not forget the experience. What to see at the Natural History Museum in London In this spectacular museum, built between 1873 and 1870, we can find no…
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A tour of the best markets in London
You can find everything from luxury goods to flowers to souvenir shops in London’s markets. This is what makes these places in London great, which manage to receive millions of visits during the year due to their already great world fame. If you are thinking of traveling to London, we especially recommend that you do not miss these markets, which for the occasional tourist will be an unforgettable walk. The best markets to visit in London But if you still have doubts about what these markets are about, here we are going to review the most important ones in the…
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