En el South Bank en la...
by fga
En el South Bank en la intersección de las calles Waterloo y The Cut, se ecuentra el teatro más antiguo de Londres, The Old Vic. Pero frente al río se encuentra The Globe, donde Shakespeare representaba sus obras.
Cruzando el Támesis, a través del Millenium Bridge, se une la Tate Gallery of Modern Art con la extraordinaria Saint Paul Cathedral.
Hidden Corners
by tvor
London is really, really large. Millions of people live, work and visit there. It's crowded, there's too much traffic, it's loud, the air is heavy with diesel fuel from cars and busses. And it's exciting, alive and fast paced.
Walking is the best way to see things that you probably wouldn't otherwise. London is a mixture of architectural styles and diverse neighbourhoods. Walking will reveal quiet courtyards at the end of nearly-hidden alleys; you will discover little parks set in the ruins of old churches; there are peaceful green squares surrounded by 200 year old houses.
Walk down a busy thoroughfare, then veer off onto a side street to see what's there. Don't be afraid to get a little lost. With a pocket sized map, you'll be able to figure out where you are if there are no landmarks or locals handy to guide you. Sometimes it isn't even a hidden corner, but an imaginative shop window, a street performer, or an unexpected cafe or tea room in an old church or small museum that will delight you. Sometimes it's a sunny table out in front of a little neighbourhood pub where you can sit and watch the world go by. Maybe it's an interesting blue plaque on a building where a historical figure once lived that catches your attention. You might find a small treasure amid the colours and scents of a crowded market. Try the cuisine of a country that you would never have the opportunity to at home.
It's all there in London. And more.
Sign, sign, everywhere a sign
by iandsmith
These entertaining (if you're curious as I am) signs are to be found in many places thoughout England, never more so than in London.
Denoting historical spots (as in pics 1 & 3) or simply where you can contact the Botswanians should you be desirous of dealing with that country. I must admit I couldn't help but wonder just how many walked through their doors.
Don't forget your "Please and Thank-yous"
by easyoar
Please read my other tip about never saying "Have a nice day" in relation to this one too.
In New York and Thessaloniki (Greece), local people seem to pride themselves in their rudeness to others. In Britain, being polite to people is extremely important. For instance, whereas in New York, someone may walk up to a tobacconist chuck some money on the counter and say "Gimme 20 Marlboro", if you were to try this in the UK, there is a good chance you wouldn't be served. Try "Can I have 20 Marlboro please". Hand the money to the assistant and say "Thank-you" once you have been served.
Do not exaggerate the "Please" or "Thank-you" however (which is where the "Have a nice day" comes in) as otherwise it sounds as if you are being rude. In Britain, how things are said are equally important as to the words used.
Money,argent,para,geld...
by benazer
Bring money lots and lots,just fill all your cases,bags,pockets , it may not be enough so be prepared to call home and ask mum and dad to send more/ no need anything else,come as you are.. no just MONEY.. no need , lots of pictures of london here already.. no camping or beaches in london..