Some tourists avoid traveling to London, arguing this with the stiffness of the townspeople, the rainy climate and the dullness of the city. Meanwhile, the capital of Great Britain is rich in old buildings, palaces, museums. And the people here are very friendly too.
Plunge into history
London is the capital of the British monarchy. Therefore, most of the attractions reflect the life of the royal family. Buckingham Palace is the current residence of the Queen. In August and September, it is empty, so it is available for excursions. Luxurious halls, expensive sets, furniture and royal things will be of interest to many tourists. The guide will show you the stables with the Queen's personal transport, which includes a golden carriage. If you make it by 11.30 in the morning, you will find the changing of the guard.
Westminster Abbey is a stunningly beautiful working church. In addition to the architecture of the building, here you can see the burials of prominent personalities and monuments.
Big Ben is considered one of the symbols of London. The tall tower with a huge clock has been operating since 1859. Another famous site of the city is the Tower Bridge. From below, you will be amazed by its grandeur and beauty of the lights, and, going upstairs, you can see the whole city at a glance. In the same area, you can visit the former Tower Prison, which is now a museum.
In addition to the palaces, you can get a closer look at the history of the British Empire by visiting the many museums in London. The most famous of these are the National Gallery, the Victoria and Albert Museum and the British Museum.
Modern London
You can view installations of contemporary art in the Saatchi Gallery. This place is considered the most shocking museum in London, and its exhibits often remain incomprehensible to the public. In Madame Tussauds, wax figures of famous and outstanding people are exhibited, which amaze with their naturalness.
Thrill-seekers will appreciate the ascent to the observation deck of the Shard skyscraper, made in the form of a glass pyramid, or the opportunity to ride a huge Ferris wheel, which is called the "London Eye".
The London Zoo contains about 800 species of various animals. This place will be interesting not only for adults, but also for children of all ages.
Tired of excursions, take a walk along the city streets. Some of them, such as Piccadilly Circus, Abbey Road and Trafalgar Square, are famous all over the world. You can lie on the grass, have a snack and meet tourists from different countries in Hyde Park. There is a rostrum from which one can publicly declare anything other than violence and calls for aggression. For example, you can confess your love.
