Tourist Attractions around Trafalgar Square, London
Trafalgar Square is considered to be the heart of London. It is a huge tourist draw and known the world over for its vivacious environment. No trip to London can be complete without paying a visit to Trafalgar Square. Built to honour Admiral Nelson, the square was christened after the Spanish Cape Trafalgar where Admiral Nelson won his final battle.
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Kensington Palace
Kensington Palace, set in the charming Kensington Gardens of London, has been the official residence of numerous royals (including Princess Diana and Princess Victoria) for the past 300 years. Currently, it is the official residence of The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester, Prince and Princess Michael of Kent and the Duke and Duchess of Kent. The palace is also used on an informal centre by Prince Harry and his cousin Zara Phillips.
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Explore London by Tube
One of the largest cities in Europe and the capital city of the United Kingdom, London is spread over 600 square miles. Home to more than 7 million people, this city has the oldest underground system in the world – more than 140 years old.
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Shopping in London
Think of London, and what comes to your mind? Royalty, museums, historical landmarks and … shopping! One of the city’s main attractions is the shopping, which is diverse in terms of things to buy and money to pay for. London satisfies every shopaholic’s fantasy from you to Victoria Beckham. Shopping in London is ’serious business’ and is therefore, very organized. The city has distinctive districts for shopping, a few of which have their own speciality or theme.
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