Like all great cities there... by coast2coast
Like all great cities there are many 'must-see's '. London has something for everyone. The weather can't be guaranteed , but because of it's position on the SE of the UK, actually gets reasonable weather most of the year,including a fair bit of sun. ( Americans be prepared ! ) Joking aside, the weather in London is usually ok. Must-see's , the following are my personal favourites 1. Trafalgar Square- See the lions of empire ( statues) Nelson's column and of course the pidgins.
2. Buckingham Palace. The Queen's residence. Architecturally impressive, this Georgian Palace is a must see. Just standing outside the gates , you will get a feel of Royal power and prestige ( beneficently wielded ) There is an aura, a kind of magic. Maybe not everyone's cup of tea , but worth seeing in any case. The road leading to the palace, the mall is worth seeing also . ( don't just get a taxi, walk down the tree lined mall from Admiralty arch ). 3.Westminster - Visit the Abbey- beautiful building , packed with history. See the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben clock, statue of King Richard ( the Lion heart ) outside. ( see the Cabinet war rooms if you have time- a reconstruction of Churchill's bunker of WW 2 London ). 4. Tower of London ( former fortress, jewel safe, garrison and former place of execution ) . The real crown jewels are a star attraction here. 5. British museum - great exhibits from 250 years of Empire and much more from Ancient Egypt to contemporary times- a must see. 6. Hyde park ( visit speakers corner ) and Kensington gardens- walk around and enjoy ! 7. Go to Harrods shop ( store ) in Knightsbridge- see where the rich and famous shop. 8. The London wheel- I haven't tried it yet and have heard mixed reviews. 9. Go to St.Pauls Cathedral ( no introduction necessary ) 10. Visit Mme Tussaud's Wax Museum. Piccadilly Circus- it may be corny, but go anyway. Say hello to the statue of Eros. 12. If you have time, take a boat ride up the Thames.I have several. I always feel ' energized ' when in London. From black taxi cabs to red buses, a ride on the tube( subway ), the great buildings, museums ...the list goes on.
