Saturday, January 25, 2014

Why you should visit London

By Peter Frank


London is a city unlike any other in the world, everyone should visit it, and in case you need convincing, here are ten compelling reasons why!

Whether it's the view over the Millenium Bridge towards St Pauls Cathedral or that over the Thames towards the Palace of Westminster, London's cityscape is second to none. For a bird's eye view of its iconic skyline, book yourself a place on the London Eye or The View from the Shard.

On sunny days there's nothing quite like a picnic outdoors, and London is privileged to have eight beautiful royal parks. If you find yourself free one sunday, and you fancy an argument with a man on a soapbox, I recommend that you visit Speakers Corner in Hyde Park.

Many visitors to London will indulge in a cruise along the River Thames, but not so many know that you can also enjoy a trip along the Regent's Canal in a narrow boat. For the more adventurous, you can even paddle along it in a kayak!

London is a fantastic destination for anyone who enjoys shopping. Some of the most famous shops in the world are to be found here: Harrods, Liberty and Fortnum and Mason to name but three. For those who prefer to shop in a less formal atmosphere, there are markets throughout the city selling just about anything.

Britain is famous for its obsession with sport, so it comes as no surprise that London hosts a multitude of sporting competitions. For those who are more interested in the history of sport, there are guided tours available of most Premiership football clubs, as well as of Lords Cricket Ground and Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Club.

A visit to London is not complete until you have visited at least one of its many tourist attractions. There's the Tower of London, St. Paul's Cathedral, the London Dungeon, Madame Tussauds, Buckingham Palace, London Zoo and the Churchill War Rooms - to name but a few!

You don't have to spend money to enjoy a great day out in London; nearly all of the museum and art galleries offer free admission, although you will have to pay to see special exhibitions.

Many people consider that the theatre of the West End is the jewel in London's crown. There are around 40 historic venues in the area around Drury Lane staging the best in musicals, drama and comedy. For theatre in more intimate surroundings, London also offers a thriving fringe movement.

London offers a wide range of accommodation to suit every budget. There are hostels, halls of residence and self-catering apartments for those travelling on a shoestring, whilst the more conventional type of hotel may suit the less price-conscious visitor.

Whatever the time of year, whatever the hour of day, there's always something new going on in London. From pop-up markets to original street performers to the latest exhibition at the Science Museum, London's culture is constantly evolving.




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