![]() ![]() Recommended for Historic Sites because: Southwark Cathedral provides that link between London's history, power, religion and the people that made the city, and the world great. Nearby, you can see lots of London's historic links to the docks and the sea, and it's great to combine it with a walk along the South Bank, and a visit for food to nearby Borough market. This is also a beautiful Church for the carol service and Midnight mass when the whole Cathedral is lit with candles. Exhibits charting the cathedral's history are available for viewing. In the 20th century, the church was completely restored, and it's still an active parish today. ![]() During its long history, Southwark was attended by Chaucer, Shakespeare, James I of Scotland, and John Harvard, founder of Harvard University. In fact, a church has been on the site for hundreds of years. Sited on what was originally the location of a Roman residence, this Gothic cathedral was built in the 15th century. Local Expert tip: Come with some time to walk around both the abbey and the surrounding area, including taking in the houses of Parliament, Big Ben, and Churchill's war rooms. Recommended for Historic Sites because: Westminster Abbey is the heart of power even in Britain today, just across the road from parliament and the place for coronations and royal weddings. ![]() (No admission charged to worshippers.) This is of course where Kate and William got married, and so is a shrine for those who worship at both the feet of celebrity and royalty too. The church is still active as a parish, and there are services every day. Memorials to political, literary and religious figures dot the aisles, and attractive gardens ring the area. Highlights include the Gothic-style nave, built in the 13th century, and the ornate coronation chair. The cathedral is immensely popular with tourists, so be prepared to wait. There are so many historic places in London it is difficult to narrow it down, but take a tour of some of the best, and they will provide you with a little snapshot of a great world metropolis.Īn important architectural and historical stop, Westminster Abbey is where kings and queens are crowned still today and where many famous figures are buried. And the story is really the people who make up, and made up London through the ages, who brought in their influences, and continue to do so, who make the city the great melting pot that it has always been and still is today. From the oldest democracy, to the spoils of a great empire, the museums, buildings, parks, streets, houses, canals and rivers all have a story to tell. Buildings tower above you and architecture through the ages abounds everywhere you look. Once you have been there, you can take a walk on through the city, along the river Thames which has provided the life blood to this city for centuries, being the conduit to the outside world, and the bringer of new things in. When in London, users recommend paying a visit to Tower Bridge Exhibition, in the City area to get a feel for what truly makes up the city. The local historic sites are no doubt one of the largest contributing factors to the aura that surrounds a city. Every city has its own unique feel and vibe, which is determined by a number of things. ![]()
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