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Squares of London Trafalgar Square Trafalgar Square is a public space and tourist attraction in central London, England, United Kingdom. At its centre is Nelson's Column, which is guarded by four lion statues at its base. There are a number of statues and sculptures in the square, with one plinth displaying changing pieces of contemporary art. The square is also used for political demonstrations and community gatherings, such as the celebration of New Year's Eve. The name commemorates the Battle of Trafalgar (1805), a British naval victory of the Napoleonic Wars over France. The original name was to have been "King William the Fourth's Square", but George Ledwell Taylor suggested the name "Trafalgar Square" Leicester Square Leicester Square is a pedestrianised square in the West End of London, England. The Square
Trafalgar Square is over 160 years old... By the Middle Ages, it was known as Charing, by now name charing wears only the hotel next to the square Trafalgar Square is the largest square in London, it .is one of Britain's great tourist attractions. it's located at the heart of London, and it has been a central meeting place, place for new year receptions and Demostrations, since the Middle Ages. In the center of the square is the tall Nelson's Column. It was named in honour of Lord Nelson's victory at the Battle of Trafalgar square in 1805. Nelson was a much loved military hero in his day. The square is surrounded by many great buildings. There is also two famous fountains where y ou can take a dip in hot days. On the north side is the National Gallery. It houses a collection of more than 2300 paintings. National Gallery it is in fact one of the first permanent police boxes too
It dates back to the time of William the Conqueror. and, dating back to the time of William the Conqueror, is the oldest in continuous occupation. It is occupied but only in the weekends. During the week the Queen's residence is Buckingham Palace. Kew Palace Kew Palace is royal palace located in Kew Gardens. It is the smallest of the royal palaces. Currently no one lives there and it's open to the public. The City The City of London also called `one square mile' is the historical center of London. Until the 18th century, the City of London was all of London. Today, this area is the financial center of Europe. It has only about 6000 residents and is almost deserted during the weekend.One of London's most famous landmarks- St paul's cathedral is in the City. Besides this you can also find the oldest remains of the London Wall, built by the Romans The Lord Mayor is elected for one year and the position is unpaid and apolitical. It is an
every major medieval reconstruction as a new cathedral. The cathedral sits on the highest point of the City of London, which originated as the Roman trading post of Londinium situated on the River Thames. The cathedral is one of London's most visited sights. THE NATIONAL GALLERY: The National Gallery in London, founded in 1824, houses a rich collection of over 2,300 paintings dating from the mid-13th century to 1900 in its home on Trafalgar Square. The gallery is a non-departmental public body; its collection belongs to the public of the United Kingdom and entry to the main collection (though not some special exhibitions) is free of charge. MADAME TUSSAUD'S: Madame Tussauds is a wax museum in London with branches in a number of major cities. It was set up by wax sculptor Marie Tussaud. It was formerly spelt "Madame Tussaud's", but the apostrophe is no longer used. TRAFALGAR SQUARE: Trafalgar Square is a square in central London, England
Buckingham Palace finally became the official royal palace of the British monarch on the accession of Queen Victoria in 1837. · Harrods is London's most famous department store, is named after Charles Henry Harrod, who opened a family grocers shop on the site in 1849. The store occupies a 5-acresite and has over one million square feetof selling space in over 330 departments . · Hyde Park is one of the largest parks in central London, England and one of the Royal Parks of London, famous for its Speakers' Corner. It covers 142 hectares. The park was the site of The Great Exhibition of 1851, for which the Crystal Palace was designed by Joseph Paxton. The park is divided in two by the Serpentine.
The palace is a setting for state occasions and royal entertaining and a major tourist attraction. It has been a rallying point for the British people at times of national rejoicing and crisis. Originally known as Buckingham House, the building was built for the Duke of Buckingham in the 18 th century and acquired by King George III as a private residence. It was enlarged over the next 75 years, forming three wings around a central courtyard. Chinatown Located in between Leicester Square and Shaftesbury Avenue, it is a self- contained jumble of shops, cafes and restaurants that makes up one of London's most distinct and popular ethnic enclaves. Few of a London's 80,000 Chinese actually live in the three small blocks of Chinatown. London Bridge one of the most famous bridges in Capital, London Bridge is located between the City of London and Southwark it is well used by the cars as well as pedestrians
The City of London History The City of London occupies one square mile in the middle of the capital. It once made up the entire town of London, surrounded by the wall first built by the Romans. The Roman Londinium grew up on the northern side of the "London Bridge" in the past. Products such as olive oil, wines and fruit were brought by ships from different parts of the Roman Empire and unloaded onto wooden quays along the river. In AD 61 the native Celtic Iceni tribe, led by Queen Boudicca, rose up against The Romans
2. Name one famous landmark.- In example the Serpentine Lake/ Speakers' Corner/ the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fountain. 3. For what is it famous for?- It's famous for its Speakers' Corner. Piccadilly Circus 1.When was it built?- It was built in 1819. 2. What is in the centre of the junction?- In the centre of the junction is a statue called Eros. 3. Name one tourist attraction near it.- In example the Shaftesbury Memorial/ Criterion Theatre/ London Pavilion. Trafalgar square 1. How many lion statues are guarding Nelson's Column?- 4 lion statues are guarding Nelson's Column. 2. When was it opened to the public?- It was opened to the public on 1 May 1844. 3. After who/what was it named for?- It was named in honour of Lord Nelson's victory at the Battle of Trafalgar. Covent Garden 1. What's in the central square of Covent Garden?- There's a fruit and vegetable market in the central square. 2. For what is it also famous for?- It's also famous for its street
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