What sights of London are known all over the world. Royal Botanic Gardens. Trafalgar Square and the National Gallery

London is considered one of the most interesting European cities, which is visited by about 10 million tourists a year, which is approximately the same as its population.

Visitors to London are attracted by its centuries-old history and traditions, architectural appearance and unique flavor of the city, cultural events and modern entertainment, which it offers in abundance and wide variety.

Ferris Wheel - London Eye

The capital of Foggy Albion is famous for its architectural ensembles and historical monuments, theaters and art galleries, world-class museums and vast parks. Here, each of you can find for yourself something that will be deposited in your memory for the rest of your life and will constantly encourage you to return here at least once more.

London - briefly about the main

Largest metropolis british isles, which is the capital of England and the entire United Kingdom of Great Britain and North. Ireland (usually abbreviated to United Kingdom in English) is located in the southeast of Great Britain at the mouth of the River Thames. Founded by the Romans in 43 AD.

Its modern name goes back to the word "Londinium" (this is what the Romans called the city), the origin of which is not exactly established and has quite a lot of different versions, the most popular of them are as follows: from lat. sl. Lond (wild place), from the Celtic Llyndid (Llyn - lake, Dun - fortification) or from Londo (cruel, violent). Many versions, however, agree that the name belongs to the pre-Roman period and was borrowed by the Romans from the local population.

Southwark Cathedral

As you can see, the history of London has almost 2 thousand years. During this time period, he visited the capital of Britain, England, Great Britain, the British Empire, for about a century was the largest city in the world, survived many fires, epidemics, the Great Depression, the bombing of the 1st and 2nd World Wars, the Great Smog, numerous ups and downs in economic and cultural terms. And here there are very special traditions and atmosphere, which are now its most important distinguishing feature.

Today it is the main political, cultural and business center of Great Britain, in which the authorities and justice are concentrated, there are many temples, museums, theaters, galleries, etc. The city's economy makes up about a quarter of the country's economy. London is one of the world's financial centers, it is one of the most important centers of international business life and an important international air transport hub.

Geographically, the city consists of 33 districts - the City, which is its business center, and 32 more administrative districts. Until 1889, only the City area was officially considered London, the outer boundaries of which had remained virtually unchanged since Roman times. Now London includes all 33 districts, further subdivided into Inner (City plus 13 districts) and Outer London (the remaining 19 districts).

Globus theatre

London - the capital of museums, theaters and fashion

Despite the fact that the age of London is about 2 millennia, there is not much evidence of such a respectable age in its architecture: the city is practically devoid of ancient and medieval buildings, palaces and castles of the Renaissance. There are very few buildings built more than 4 centuries ago in the capital. And yet in London, in all its appearance, style and rhythm of life, the centuries-old history, adherence to traditions and national flavor are sharply felt like in no other metropolis in the world. All this makes it a desirable destination for travelers from different countries who come to see and visit museums, palaces, parks, squares, theaters and many other beautiful and interesting places in the British capital.

Sights and monuments of architecture

Most of London's listed buildings are located in Westminster. The Tower, the architectural ensemble of Greenwich, Westminster Abbey, the Church of St. Margaret, the Palace of Westminster, the Royal Botanic Gardens of Kew Gardens are classified as World Heritage Sites and are included in a special list of UNESCO. In addition to them in London, we definitely recommend seeing Big Ben, Tower Bridge, Buckingham Palace, Parliament, Windsor Castle, St. Paul's Cathedral, St. Martin's and St. Margaret's Churches, the Millennium Dome, the Cucumber skyscraper.

Tower Bridge

There are hundreds of museums and galleries in the capital of Foggy Albion - there are more than 300 interesting places in London with content that meets the most diverse tastes and interests. You can visit the British Museum, which is the most significant repository of archaeological finds; the Victoria and Albert Museum, which houses the largest collection of works of arts and crafts; National Gallery with one of the world's brightest collections of paintings. As well as the Museum of the Moving Image (film and television museum), Madame Tussauds (wax museum), Natural Science Museum, Transport Museum, Sherlock Holmes Museum, Fire Department Museum or any other London museum, according to your own interests. In August and September, a significant part of the premises in Buckingham Palace opens for visitors, and tours of the Parliament buildings and the Tower are constantly held.

London theatres. This expanse for theatergoers and a feast for their sensitive souls: the main Royal Theater, Covent Garden, Her Majesty's Theater, National Theater in South Bank, "Globe", English National Opera, Albert Hall, the Colosseum, etc. The theaters famous for their musicals are mainly concentrated in the West End.

Tower of London

Views of London and the most attractive places for walking. You can get aesthetic pleasure without visiting museums, theaters or galleries, just walking around the city and enjoying the views. London has a great variety of the most beautiful and world-famous streets, boulevards and squares. Visit Trafalgar Square, walk down Piccadilly, turn into Baker Street to visit Sherlock Holmes, go shopping in Oxford Street, Bond Street or Knightsbridge, look at Abbey Road, where recording studios, which recorded Pink Floyd, the Beatles, other legendary bands and performers.

If you love spending time outdoors, spend it in one of London's parks. The most famous and attractive of them are Lee Valley, Hyde Park, Green Park, St. James, Greenwich Park, Regent's Park, Bushy Park, Richmond Park. In the western part of the capital are the extensive Kew Botanical Gardens. London Zoo and London Aquarium are of great interest to travelers.. It is also interesting to stroll through the pavilions of the Warner Brothers film studio, where you can, for example, see the scenery for the Harry Potter films.

To see London from different angles, take the London Eye Ferris Wheel and then walk through the London Underground. So you can get the most complete and varied experience.

National Gallery

One of the first associations that come to mind in connection with London, for most people on the planet, is rainy London weather, smog and fog. Indeed, precipitation in this city is a common occurrence at any time of the year, and rain is the most frequent guest. This is facilitated by the temperate maritime climate of London and quite moderate temperature differences (in summer - 14-23 degrees, in winter - the average temperature is 4 degrees and does not very often fall below zero). Even winters here are usually damp and foggy. As for smog, in recent decades, thanks to the Clean Air Act adopted in the mid-20th century, the UK capital has seen a very significant decrease in the degree of air pollution.

Public transport in London - bright red double-decker buses that look very colorful on the streets with old buildings of past centuries. And, of course, memorable black taxi cabs. London public transport(trams, buses) operates around the clock, plus, in addition to round-the-clock bus routes, there are also night (additional) ones that repeat the routes of different metro lines (it is closed at night).

St Paul's Cathedral

London ceremonies. The most popular London ceremony among travelers is the mesmerizing spectacle of the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace. It is produced exactly at 11.30 am, from April to August - daily, the rest of the year - every other day. Also every day, in the evening, at 21.50, you can watch the closing ceremony of the Tower, called the Ceremony of Keys. Once in London in September, you can capture the Thames Festival, which includes a carnival, torchlight and costume processions, exhibitions, concerts, street theater performances, a gastronomic festival, fairs, acrobatic shows, fireworks, dances, etc. The spectacle is simply enchanting.

Shopping in London. Since the 19th century, this city has become one of several centers of world fashion, and, unlike other fashion capitals, it has become famous not for women's fashion, but for men's fashion. Brands such as Burberry, Paul Smith, Ben Sherman, Fred Perry and others have gained a high reputation and popularity all over the world, annually attracting fashion connoisseurs here for expensive quality shopping or seasonal outlet sales.

Buckingham Palace

Pubs and restaurants. In respect of culinary delights London has become famous for its cosmopolitanism: you can choose cuisine for every taste (English, Eastern European, Indian, Chinese, Bangladeshi, Italian, French, Japanese, Middle Eastern, Caribbean, Russian, etc.), the culinary geography continues to expand. Prices - for every wallet: the most expensive restaurants are concentrated in Westminster, the most affordable and democratic - in Soho. There are quite a lot of vegetarian restaurants in London (separate vegetarian dishes will be offered in any regular establishment). And, of course, let's not forget about the famous London pubs, where many residents and guests of the city like to skip a pint or two of ale (beer) in the evening - it's for them that lovers of this foamy drink from various countries come here.

Palace of Westminster

It is almost impossible to describe (and even just give a general idea) about all the sights and features of London in one material, as well as to visit (learn, see) them within one, even the longest and richest tour.

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British museum

Wembley Stadium

All the top sights in London. Big Ben and Tower, Abbey and Trafalgar Square. Even if you are a transit tourist and you have at least one free day, with or without a guide, you simply must see the main sights of London. And we will start with his business card and the main attraction of London!

Big Ben Big Ben

The main attraction of London. In fact, Big Ben is the largest of the five bells in this tower, which is called the sentry. Its appearance is familiar to everyone and you will undoubtedly want to see Big Ben first! Big is translated as big, and Ben is derived from the name of Benjamin. Big Ben was built in 1858 by an English architect in the Gothic style. The height of Big Ben is just under 100 meters. The world's largest four-sided chiming clock has a diameter of 7 meters. The sound of bells can be heard every 15 minutes, and Big Ben itself every hour. The sound of Big Ben is unique due to the fact that the bell cracked after 2 years of operation, as a result of which a square cut was made in it to prevent the crack from spreading. The tower is part of the parliament building. All over London you can see many small towers similar in appearance to Big Ben. You can visit Big Ben. Tourists are allowed to enter. Very beautiful pictures are obtained in the morning, from Westminster Bridge at the tower and on the other side of the Thames right on the waterfront. On the way to the Abbey, do not forget to take a picture at the monument to Churchill, which stands in the square opposite Big Ben.

Westminster Abbey Westminster Abbey

One of the main sights of London and the UK, of course, Westminster Abbey is a 2-minute walk from Big Ben. This church of St. Peter is famous for being the traditional place for the coronation of the monarchs of Britain and the burial place of people of national importance. Queen Bloody Mary and her sister Elizabeth I, Mary Stuart, Edward the Confessor, Charles Darwin, Isaac Newton, Lewis Carroll, Geoffrey Chausser, Charles Dickens, Friedrich Handel. Royal weddings also take place in Westminster Abbey. The construction of Westminster Abbey went on intermittently for a total of 500 years and was completed in 1745. The cathedral was built in the Gothic style. Listed as a World Heritage Site. Its doors are open for tourists and you simply have to go inside Westminster Abbey. Best time to visit from 9:30 to 1:30 from Monday to Saturday. Paid entrance. If the queues are divided, then get up on the left, where for cash, as it goes faster than the one with bank cards. Count on visiting Westminster Abbey for 2 hours. The ticket price includes a Russian audio guide. At the Abbey, if you ask, you can be shown the oldest door in Britain, which was upholstered in the skin of the only cathedral burglar who was caught and executed. Perhaps this is a legend. Don't miss the museum, gardens and school at Westminster Abbey. On Sunday, the Abbey is open for service, but not for tourist visits. If you are ready to stand for an hour or two, then in the evening you can enjoy the organ. The entrance is free. Before visiting, I also recommend reading about the Order of the Bath, whose chapel is located in the Abbey.

London Eye London Eye

Also one of the main attractions of London - the London Eye - the third in the world in height - 135 meters. The London Eye is located five minutes walk from Big Ben. The 32 egg-shaped booths symbolize the 32 boroughs of London (excluding the City area). They, with the exception of the floor, are completely glass. The London Eye is usually open to the public from 10:00 am to 8:30 am. In January, the London Eye is closed for maintenance for half a month. The time of one lap of the ferris wheel is about 30 minutes including wheel stops. The cost of pleasure may be less when ordering a ticket via the Internet, but then there will be a link to the time of the visit. Cabins London ai are air conditioned. After purchasing a ticket, to the left of the main ticket offices is a room called 4D Experience. There, in a three-dimensional image, you will enjoy the views from the wheel, see Big Ben at a distance of five meters, and also feel the cold wind and snow on your own body. A wonderful and free attraction lasts 5 minutes. The London Eye is also the traditional venue for the London New Year's fireworks. If you are afraid of heights or have a weak vestibular apparatus, then the London Eye wheel will be comfortable for you, and less scary, as the London Eye is designed on cables and rotates very smoothly! And one more thing, I would like to add: if, nevertheless, you come across a queue at the London Eye, do not spare the money, pay at separate cash desks for "Fast Track Tickets" and go the same way to a separate, fast "Fast Track" queue. I recommend visiting the London Eye before lunch, when the sun illuminates the northern, most beautiful, part of London and then you will get the most the best photos against the backdrop of Big Ben. If you are planning to go to such London attractions as Madame Tussauds, the Panic Room or the Aquarium, then buy combined tickets, as this is one company with a Ferris wheel.

Whitehall street

The street from which the British Prime Minister enters his home Whitehall street. Another undoubtedly important sight of London! Just a stone's throw from Big Ben. A little further there are the barracks of the Horse Guards Regiment, where you can take pictures with riders or smartly dressed guards, to the clock, which was considered the main clock of London to Big Ben, at the site of the execution of King Charles I. The street is short and ends with another attraction of London - Trafalgar Square. Please note that the guardsmen can "yell" and stomp your foot so that you jump when taking a picture next to them. Don't be scared. Don't touch them.

Trafalgar square Trafalgar square

This landmark of London is its geographical center and main square London. In the center of Trafalgar Square stands a column in honor of Admiral Horatio Nelson, who died in the Battle of Trafalgar in Spain in 1805. The height of the Nelson column is just under 50 meters. Also on Trafalgar Square there are pedestals in the corners, three of which are permanent, and the fourth pedestal is a platform for contemporary artists. Trafalgar Square also hosts the celebration of the Russian Maslenitsa. Towering above Trafalgar Square are two more sights of London - the London National Gallery and the Portrait Gallery. Look at the photo and find Big Ben on it. When you take your photo, let Big Ben be in the frame!

Buckingham Palace Buckingham Palace

The world-famous landmark of London, the residence of the Queen of Great Britain in London is Buckingham Palace. When the Queen is at home, her flag (and not the flag of Great Britain! Completely different things!) is raised high above Buckingham Palace. At Buckingham Palace it will be interesting to watch the changing of the guard at 11:30 and, in fact, get into Buckingham Palace itself. This London attraction is open to the public in August and September, and sometimes at other times of her Majesty's absence. Ticket prices range from £19 to £65. The ticket price includes a Russian audio guide. On the square in front of Buckingham Palace rises the most famous Queen of Great Britain Victoria.

Tower Castle Tower of London

The main castle of Great Britain, and the landmark of London where the Treasures of the British Crown are kept. Tower Castle is the oldest stone residential building in London and the strongest medieval fortress in the world. Throughout history, Tower Castle has served several purposes. Firstly, it is a fortress inside which there is a well and where the King could, and has already taken refuge more than once. The main reason for the construction of the castle in 1066 was to show the people the power of the founder of the Tower, William the Conqueror, who in the same year was crowned in Westminster Abbey. Tower Castle is still the residence of the Royal Family. Since animals were the chic gifts for kings in the Middle Ages, a zoo was established in Tower Castle shortly after its foundation, which only moved to its current location in Regent's Park in 1832. The only inhabitants of the Tower Zoo who refused to move and still live in the castle are the Tower Ravens. Nevertheless, on the territory of one of the main attractions of London, you will come across the former inhabitants of the Tower Zoo in the form of metal sculptures. For five hundred years, money was printed at Tower Castle. You can visit the Mint of the Castle on The Mint Street. There you can touch real gold for making coins. In Tower Castle, above its famous water gate of the Traitors, is a medieval palace with restored interiors from the 13th century where Henry the Sixth, the founder of the most famous English school for boys, Eton College and Cambridge University, was assassinated. Since the walls of the Tower Castle are about four meters thick in places, it was always difficult to get into it, but it was just as difficult to get out. For this reason, gunpowder was stored there to this day, and I consider this the main exhibit of the Tower Castle. British Empire. Also, because of its fortress in the Tower, it became convenient to keep the most dangerous state prisoners. And for this reason, the castle had a prison, but do not look for special cells, since the castle did not originally intend to have this function. True, the instruments of torture, the chopping block and the ax remained from those memories. Also a chair with a back pierced by a bullet after the last enemy executed on it during the Second World War. The ghost of Anne Boleyn, the second wife of the most famous King Henry VIII, walks in Tower Castle. Anne Boleyn was executed at Tower Castle and buried there. But do not look for her graves, she is not accessible to the eyes of a tourist. Anne Boleyn's Palace, the oldest surviving Tudor-style building built in Tudor times, is still guarded by the Tower Guards. In addition to the guardsmen in bear hats, you will also encounter the famous guardians and guides of the Tower Castle "Beefeaters". Beef is meat and Eater is an eater. Beefeaters are the King's guards who were allowed to eat meat from the King's table. With Beefeaters - guides of the Tower you can take a picture. The central tower of Tower Castle houses one of the largest collections of weapons in the world. The castle still hosts the oldest and shortest key ceremony in the world at 22:00. It needs to be registered in advance. There is a cafe on the territory of the Tower Castle. It is better to go to the gift shop after visiting the Tower. It was taken outside the castle grounds. Ticket offices are also outside the territory. It is best to go to the castle on weekdays and three hours before closing or right before opening. You need to buy tickets in advance on the Internet and pick up at a separate box office, where there is no queue. The ticket price does not include a Russian audio guide. Next to Tower Castle is Tower Bridge.

Tower Bridge

A relatively young landmark of London is Tower Bridge (just over 100 years old). Tower Bridge is the only drawbridge across the Thames in London. The most beautiful bridge I have ever seen. For a fee, you can go up to the upper level of the Tower Bridge, where you will be shown a film (though in English) about how the Tower Bridge was built. After, you will be able to see the machine installation of the Tower Bridge.

St. Paul's Cathedral

I highly recommend going to the next attraction in London - this Anglican Cathedral for the whole day. St. Paul's Cathedral or St. Paul's Cathedral was built at the highest point in London 300 years ago and is the residence of the Bishop of London and one of the most visited attractions in London and in the UK. After buying a ticket, you will be given an audio guide. The language is only English. You can climb above the large dome along stairs.The cathedral has a restaurant and cafe.St. Paul's Cathedral is active.Bottom in the center is buried Admiral Horatio Nelson, who has a column in Trafalgar Square and the Duke of Wellington.

Piccadilly Circus Piccadilly circus

Piccadilly Circus is one of the most popular squares in London. Piccadilly Circus is lit up with neon signs and a sculpture of Eros in the center. On Piccadilly Circus there is one of the largest souvenir shops and 3 minutes away one of the largest - bookstores, where there is a huge selection of Russian books.

Prince Albert Memorial Albert Memorial

This huge monument was erected in 1875 by his wife Victoria (the Queen of Great Britain, whose monument towers at Buckingham Palace) and has a height of more than 50 meters. Every tourist tends to Kensington Park to take a picture here. Opposite the memorial, the Albert Hall was also built, where the Beatles performed more than once, but you will find information about it in the "Where to go" section.

New Scotland Yard New Scotland Yard

Greenwich Royal Observatory Royal Observatory

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There are many wonderful sights in London that have great importance on the cultures and arts not only of Great Britain, but of the whole world. Most of them are related to history. These are monuments, squares, majestic buildings. Every language learner should be able to describe the sights of London in English.

Sights of London in English

Big Ben

- one of the sights of London, which is considered a symbol of this city. This is not only what many associate with, but also the largest clock in the world.

To describe this attraction in London, you can use the following words:

Delight the eye	Pleasing to the eye
be named after	Named after
The most famous	The most famous
Amazing	Amazing
masterpiece	Masterpiece
Impressive clock	Impressive watch
clock tower	Clock tower

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Trafalgar Square

is a popular place for meetings and demonstrations. The attraction is located in the center of London, at the intersection of three main London streets - Westminster, Whitehall and the Mall.

Madame Tussaud's London Museum (Madame Tussaud's London)

Known for his wax figures, which are very accurate and high quality. The attraction is on the list of must-sees for all tourists in London.

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Tower of London

- a landmark that is closely connected with English history. Here you can listen to interesting excursions and learn a lot about the old events that took place in the city.

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Buckingham Palace

is the residence of the royal family in the capital. Inside the building is a very beautiful interior that attracts many tourists. The palace occupies 20 hectares of land, of which 17 are gardens, which in the past were a forest used for hunting by members of the royal family.

A story about the sights of London in English:

Buckingham Palace is one of the most exciting places in London. Tourists like visiting it very much. The palace is very old. It was built in 1705. Now it is the official residence of British monarchy. There are more than 600 rooms in this building. Every year near 50 hundreds people are invited to this residence for parties and banquets. Many tourists come here because they want to see Queen Victoria Memorial. It is very beautiful.

Buckingham Palace is one of the most interesting places in London. Tourists love to visit it. The building is very old. It was built in 1705. It is now the official residence of the royal family. There are over 700 rooms. Every year, about 50 thousand people are invited to parties and banquets held in this house. Many tourists come there because they want to see the Victoria Memorial. This is a very beautiful statue.

British Museum (The British Museum)

This is one of the largest museums in the world. It houses expensive collections of paintings by artists from all over the world. The attraction includes 94 galleries. In them you can order a thematic tour and listen to the history of art.

Tower Bridge

This is a drawbridge in the center of London, which is often confused with the London Bridge. It was opened in 1894. This bridge is the symbol of the capital. There is a gallery on the bridge that overlooks the city. Its length is 244 meters.

How to describe a London landmark in English:

There are two towers near the bridge, in which observation platforms and galleries are organized, open to tourists. This attraction is considered a must-see for all visitors to the city.

London National Gallery (The National Gallery)

This is one of the largest galleries in the UK. In more detail, it presents more than 2 thousand exhibits of Western European painting. The paintings are arranged in chronological order so that visitors can listen to a lecture on the history of art and view examples of paintings at the same time.

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In the gallery you can also buy souvenirs and books about painting or audio lectures.

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Westminster Abbey

The full name of this attraction is "St. Peter's Collegiate Church, Westminster". Since the 11th century, this place has been used for the coronation of monarchs. This is one of the most important religious places in the country.

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This place has been a center of education and learning for many centuries. Within the walls of the attraction translated the Bible into English. Royal weddings are also held in this church.

Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens

This park was created in the 18th century by the English monarch Henry VIII. He used the remnants of the forest to organize a landscaped area near the palace. At that time there were animals and members of the royal family often hunted there. Each subsequent monarch improved this place and ennobled it.

Now this is the greenest area in London, where people come to breathe. fresh air, organize a picnic or enjoy the sights.

How to describe a London landmark in English:

The main attraction of the park is Kensington Palace. It is an elegant and beautifully decorated building that attracts many tourists.

Piccadilly Circus

– central square cities. There is a rich architecture, many attractions. It was built in 1819 to establish transport links between neighboring streets.

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Piccadilly Circus is considered an exemplary area of the European capital. There are many modern shops and ancient buildings. There are also the Royal Academy of Arts, the Cupid Museum of London, the statue of Eros, the Ritz Hotel.

The Houses of Parliament

This landmark symbolizes the country. The Parliament was built in the 11th century, at that time it housed the residence of the kings.

How to describe this London attraction in English:

You can take a tour of the Parliament in the summer during parliamentary recess and on weekends, throughout the year. The rest of the time the building is not accessible to tourists.

River Thames (The Thames)

Thames The river on which London is located. It is a natural symbol of the city. The river flows into the North Sea maximum width in the city - 200 meters.

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On the banks of the river in the city is a large port, which is one of the largest in the world.

Nelson's Column

The attraction is located in the center of Trafalgar Square. This is a tall monument that was built and named in honor of the memory of Admiral Nelson. The column was built over three years - from 1840 to 1843. The monument is very high: its height is only 51 meters.

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The attraction has an interesting history of creation. Some of its details are made from original materials, for example, the bronze leaves on the top are cast from English cannons, and the panels on the pedestal are from French ones.

Oxford Street

Oxford street - attraction that attracts tourists. Famous red buses drive here, residents of the capital and guests walk around. This is the most famous street for shopping all over the world. It is 2.5 kilometers long and has about 300 shops that offer a variety of good products.

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On this famous street, there are constant sales in stores, sometimes discounts reach 75%, which is why there are always so many tourists here.

Composition "Sights of London in English with translation"

An example of an essay on the topic "Sights of London" in English:

London is a big and beautiful city. Before you go there you need to find information about its sights. Because there are lots of interesting and historical places which every tourist must see. At first, you can visit the London Eye. The magnificent view of London will open from the highest point of this place. It is very inspiring and unforgettable. After that tourists usually walk to Trafalgar Square. The most important place of this part of London is Nelson's Column. People like meeting here and walking with friends. There is also a beautiful park in London. It is called Hyde Park. There are many flowers and trees. It is very green and nice. After that, it is possible to visit Buckingham Palace. It is a wonderful building! There are more than 600 rooms. It is a great opportunity for tourists because they can watch where and how the royal family live. Tourists also can order the excursion with a guide. There is also an interesting place for shopping. It is in Oxford Street. There are many shops with sales. Another interesting place which you need to visit is the river, Thames. Tourist can rent a boat and walk through the river watching a delightful view. London is a very interesting and cultural city! After all these visiting places you will never forget this trip! London is beautiful and Big city. Before you go there, you need to find information about its attractions. Because there are many interesting and historical places that everyone should see. First you need to see the Ferris wheel. An incredible view of London opens from its highest point of this place. It's very inspiring and unforgettable. After that, tourists usually go to Trafalgar Square. The most important part of this London attraction is Nelson's Column. People love to walk there and meet friends. There is a very beautiful park in London. It's called Hyde Park. There are many flowers and trees, it is very beautiful and green. After that, you can visit Buckingham Castle. This is an amazing building! There are over 600 rooms. This is a great opportunity for tourists because they can see where and how the royal family lives. You can also book a guided tour there. There is a place for shopping in London. This is Oxford Street. There are many stores that often have sales. Another interesting place must see is the River Thames. Tourists can rent a boat and take a walk along the river, watching beautiful view. London is a very interesting and cultural city. After visiting all these places, it is impossible to forget about this trip!
Conclusion

London is the dream of many tourists, the city where films are made and where Harry Potter lived. The article was a brief sightseeing tour of London, which will help to make a presentation or report for an English lesson.

Also, the surroundings and unusual sights of London can be viewed online on a computer, it's absolutely free. If you are going on a tourist trip to London, then do not forget to take a map to know the main routes, how to get to the point you need.

The place where the heart of Great Britain beats is, of course, called London. In this multi-million dollar city of luxury and British tradition, you can find a huge number of attractions that can outshine other historical relics of the world. Let's consider them in more detail.

The famous clock on the main tower

Sometimes tourists wonder where in London to look for Big Ben? The world-famous clock tower is located in the Palace of Westminster. The palace itself is the seat of both houses of the British Parliament.

Big Ben is considered a real gem of London architecture. The tower got its name thanks to the bell located in it. This bell strikes every hour, telling Londoners of the time.

The tower stretches to the sky at 96 meters in height. At its top there is an observation deck, to which 334 steps lead..

Big Ben is still one of the largest clockworks in the world. His work began in 1859. For safety reasons, excursions for a wide range of visitors to Big Ben are not carried out, but it is still possible to view the tower up close.

Historic London Museum

In 1753 Parliament approved the founding of the British Museum. Its 94 galleries with expositions are devoted to history and archeology. The institution received the main collections from Earl Harley, doctor Sloan and antiquarian Cotton.

The British Museum has unusual workers - cats. Six cats there are approved and registered rat-catchers..

Colonial Britain, Africa and the East are only a small part of the directions in which the exhibits are presented in the museum. There are also many Greek relics and other European antiquities. The Russell Square tube station is located next to the museum.

The Queen's current palace

There are not many palaces left in the world where the royal family would live in real mode. Buckingham Palace is a pleasant exception here, and is also considered the current residence of the Queen of England.

Buckingham palace complex can be called small town. Indeed, in addition to the main building with luxurious halls and presentable rooms, there is a post office, a police station and even a pub.

The palace has 775 rooms that serve 700 people. The total area of the complex with a garden is 20 hectares.

Tours of the palace are held in August and September. The changing of the guard in front of the palace is an entertainment accessible to tourists at any time of the year. Near the palace is the metro station St James Park.

Westminster and its history

In the 11th century, Westminster Abbey was outside the center of London. Then Buckingham Palace was rebuilt nearby, and Westminster itself received an important political status.

Today, within the walls of this castle is the House of Lords, as well as the House of Commons..

Near Westminster there are a huge number of "royal" attractions. Near the former abbey there is now a metro station of the same name.

Free Speech Park

Hyde Park is considered a favorite place for Londoners. There they walk along the alleys, relax on the grass, and can also speak at a special podium to speak out. The only restriction during a speech can be swear words and calls for violence, and you can speak publicly on any topic.

There is Serpentine Lake in the park area. Swimming is allowed.

The park is located near Kensington Palace. Hyde Park is connected to the palace park by a common area.

ferris wheel to the millennium

The height of the "London Eye" or the main Ferris wheel in London is 135 meters. This wheel, resembling an eye from afar, has only 32 cabins with transparent windows, which can accommodate up to 800 people at a time.

The London Eye service is top notch. There you can order champagne and strawberries. It is also possible to rent a cabin for two.

The revolution of the huge wheel ends in 30 minutes. The wheel is located in the Lambert area.

Tussauds and wax figures in London

The most famous and modern wax museum, which was invented by Madame Tussauds, is located in London. It was in the heart of Britain that the Frenchwoman moved her collection to escape the war.

The museum displays figures of various celebrities and historical figures. All of them are made of wax and plastic with amazing precision. Many exhibits are animated.

The museum is located on Marylebone Rd. In this institution, at the entrance, visitors are greeted by the famous Madame herself, made of wax, of course, and many exhibits can be touched.

Holmes and his museum

The museum of the legendary literary character is located in the house, whose number is determined as 239. Thanks to concessions from the authorities, this house was nevertheless assigned the number from the books of Arthur Conan Doyle 221b.

In the museum building, Holmes and Watson's rooms reconstructed from books, as well as Mrs. Hudson's apartments, are located on three floors. On the fourth floor there is an exhibition of wax figures.

You can find Sherlock Holmes' modern house on London's Baker Street. Near the museum there is a metro station of the same name with the street.

The largest gallery in the UK

All the best art in London is collected in one place - in the London National Gallery. There you can look at paintings from all over Western Europe, from the 12th century to the 20th century.

Today the gallery is located in the north of Trafalgar Square..

The new building of the gallery houses bars with excellent coffee. There you can buy books and posters in the gift shop. Tours with audio guides are organized for tourists.

One of the most famous streets

Piccadilly is mentioned more than once in numerous literary works. This street is the heart of Westminster. This prospectus always looks lively, well-groomed and colorful.

The street got its name from a tailor who made piccadilly collars there..

This street has its own square and the Royal Academy. Both sides of Piccadilly are lined with trendy cafes and interesting shops.

City, Thames and architecture

The financial heart of London beats in the old part of the City. It is there that the Tower, the Mary Ax skyscraper, St. Paul's Cathedral are located.

City - a freaky combination architectural styles. Antiquity there harmoniously coexists with modern new buildings.

It is difficult to find residential buildings in the City, the London Stock Exchange, banks and offices are located there. The City is an area created not for life, but for work.

The most fashionable area

It so happened that Soho is one of the most expensive and fashionable parts of London. The area does not sleep even at night, it is there that the most reckless and extravagant parties are held.

In the 17th century, what is now Soho was a hunting ground. It is believed that the name of the area came from the hunting call "so-ho".

Soho has a huge number of bars. There is a gay quarter, as well as apartments where artists and creative bohemians like to live. Leicester Square Underground Station is located near the area.

Fortress on the banks of the Thames

The Tower is a real old fortress on the north bank of the Thames. After the construction, the fortress served defensive structure, then was a mint and even a zoo.

The height of the towers of the Tower is 30 meters. Built an ancient fortress in 1078.

Today the Tower is royal residence. There is a museum on the first floor of the fortress, where the iconic treasures of the British crown are exhibited. There is also an armory and a skating rink in the fortress, which is open from November until the end of winter.

London main bridge

The complex construction of the Tower Bridge is no less admirable than the views from its observation deck. When the bridge is raised for navigation, the pedestrian part of the structure remains untouched.

Today there is a museum on the ancient bridge. From the Tower Bridge you can see the best city panoramas of London.

The bridge was commissioned in 1894. Since then, its 244 meters long structure has been used for traffic and pedestrians.

Theater Globe

The old and famous Globe Theater hosts performances and performances from April to October. The rest of the time there are guided tours.

The theater is a reconstruction of a theater building from the 16th century. Performances are shown in natural light. The theater has no seating and a thatched roof only partially covers half of the stage.

The Globe is located on Bankside Street. Despite its historical surroundings, there are always long queues at the box office.

Opera House of the Kings

Covent Garden is a luxurious stronghold of the Royal Opera in London. The royal ballet and the royal troupe perform there. The theater acquired the final architectural version in 1990.

The auditorium can accommodate approximately 2,200 people. The ballet of this theater is patronized by the Queen herself, and the cast is patronized by the Prince of Wales.

Covent Garden is located on Covent Garden Piazza. You can get to it by buses number 9, 13, 153 from Piccadilly Street.

Trafalgar Square

Trafalgar Square is not only a nice place for recreation, but also an interchange for many modes of transport. It is on this square that the main Christmas tree of the country is lit every year.

The square is named after the victory at Trafalgar. An event took place in 1805.

In this historical square there are many interesting and unusual sights. Nearby is the underground station "Charing Cross".

The best place to buy groceries

The highest quality and freshest products in London are only in the Borough Market building. The best chefs of fashionable restaurants in the capital are bought there for themselves, and not for their business. This indicates the excellent quality of farm products in the Borough Market.

The oldest market in London has been operating since the 13th century. It sells ready-made food made according to family recipes and the freshest meat, as well as fish, milk, cheeses and other gastronomic delights..

True English products are available for purchase on Wednesday and Thursday, as well as on Friday and Saturday. Trading in the market starts at 9 am, and unofficially ends at 3 pm. London Bridge station is located next to the market. From the metro to get to the market, you have to walk for 10 minutes.

The oldest zoo in the world

Londoners can be proud to be the first to offer visitors a trip to an excellent zoo, aquarium, insectarium and serpentarium.

The world's first zoo appeared in Great Britain in 1828. Today it has collected more than 16 thousand animals..

The oldest zoo was founded by Thomas Raffles. It is located in central London, next to Regent's Park tube station.

Skyscraper for the Olympic Games

The Shard glass skyscraper was built in 2012 before the start of the Olympic Games. The height of the skyscraper is 309 meters. There are 72 floors in the building.

From the 68th to the 72nd floor, the Shard turns into a giant observation deck.

A high-speed elevator takes tourists to the top of the skyscraper. In 2012, the Shard was considered the tallest European skyscraper. The shard is at 32 London Bridge Street.

Chinatown in London

Chinatown is a small metropolitan area inhabited predominantly by Chinese families. The Chinese have lived in the area since Hong Kong was a British colony.

The Chinese area is very bright and colorful. It has an Asian vibe and sells some of the best Chinese food in London.

Today, the area has evolved into a restaurant and shopping option. There are few residents from China who own apartments there, but shops and cafes can be found in abundance.

Regent's Park and its beauty

Classical royal park in the English style appeared due to the predilection of Henry the Eighth for hunting. Smooth alleys, geometric flower beds and a standard set of trees do not make this park boring, but rather give it an aristocratic charm.

A beautiful lake and 400 varieties of roses are the real highlight of the park.

Regent's Park opens unusually early - at 5 am. There is a place for walking and relaxing until late at night. Next to it is a metro station with the same name.

highgate cemetery

Sad and beautiful, the site is the resting place of many famous Londoners. The cemetery began to work in the Victorian era. Initially, it was built up with Gothic tombs.

Several centuries ago, Londoners believed that one could quite meet a vampire in this cemetery at night. The surroundings of this place are a little sinister, but they are distinguished by a special gloomy beauty. There is a cemetery on Swain's Ln.

Cathedral of All Saints

All Saints Church in London is over 1500 years old. This impressive building is located in the center of the capital, and pleases the eye with its dissimilarity to modern buildings.

The church was built in 675. Before this period there was a settlement of the Romans.

Brass engravings and Roman mosaics on the floor harmoniously connect the different stylistic eras that this church has experienced in its history. Wooden statues of the fifteenth century will be of particular interest to tourists, because it is difficult to imagine that a tree can keep its appearance for so long. The temple is located in the City next to the Tower Bridge.

Theater of one play

In addition to theaters with a regularly updated repertoire, there is a theater in London that shows only one musical, The Lion King. "Lyceum" is a place where one of the aforementioned plays has been gathering full halls of spectators for 15 years. The building of the theater, listed as a national treasure of Britain, is located on Wellington Street. visit this place will be an excellent final chord when visiting London's sights. Especially if the trip to London was made with children.

If you're into history and love looking at unusual, impressive buildings, then London is the perfect place for your next trip. This city easily falls in love with fans of contemporary art. In the capital of Great Britain you can find many interesting objects and places that literally words that breathe history. And this is not surprising, because London is a city founded by the Romans in the first century AD. A city with almost two thousand years of history.

The capital of the historically significant UK boasts many sights worth seeing. Let's now fast forward to the most famous of them:

The capital of Great Britain is famous bright combination of different styles. Firstly, the Queen of England lives there and many attractions are associated with the royal family. London with a population of ten million can rightfully be considered one of the largest cities in Europe. Tourists from all over the world come here for new impressions of old English architecture.

Trafalgar Square is considered the beating heart of London and the best starting point for exploring its central part. The place got its name after the Battle of Trafalgar on October 21, 1805. Today's view of Trafalgar Square is thanks to the architect Charles Barry, who once worked on the building of the British Parliament.

The square is also known as a favorite place for hundreds of pigeons, which the people of London have fed here since time immemorial. Feeding birds has been banned by law for several years now, as bird droppings have nothing to do with London attractions. Another well-known tradition on the square is the annual installation of a New Year tree brought from Oslo in gratitude for the help of the British for Norway during the Second World War.

Address: Trafalgar Square, WC2N 5DN.

The most famous and photogenic bridge in London is the Tower Bridge. It got its name from the two neo-gothic towers that serve as pillars. To move large ships along the Thames, the middle part of the bridge is raised.

The construction of the bridge began in 1886, with more than 400 workers working on its creation under the guidance of architect Horace Jones and John-Barry Wilf. At one time, the Tower Bridge was the most difficult drawbridge in the world, which was very difficult to manage. The original hydraulic equipment of the bridge can still be seen if you go on an excursion there. Most tourists, while walking along the bridge, being in a state of euphoria, give all their attention only to him, not paying attention to the surroundings.

If we walk a little further along south coast to the end of the bridge, you can get to Shad Thames. Across the river at the other end of the bridge you can get to St. Catherine's Docks, which is a harbor with sails along with residential buildings.

Address: Tower Bridge Road.

Big Ben is a famous symbol of the city. This richly decorated tower belongs to the Houses of Parliament and is famous for its bell. The original, 16 kg bell was cast in 1856, then it cracked and was recast, weighing 13.8 tons, which it still is. Interesting is the fact that Big Ben is described as the heaviest bell in the UK, while it is the third after the bell in St. Paul's Cathedral and Liverpool Cathedral.

The Big Ben building was designed in the Victorian-Gothic style and today is the pride of the capital of England. Big Ben's clock was also considered the largest in the world at one time. They consisted of 312 parts of glass and the lower part of the dial had the inscription: Domine salvam fac reginam nostram Victoriam primam (from Latin means the Lord protects our Queen Victoria I). Watches are known for their reliability. Their accuracy was maintained despite the bombings during World War II.

Address: Elizabeth Tower, Houses of Parliament.

This attraction is located in the heart of London and is one of the largest Ferris wheels in the world. It was opened on December 31, 1999 and soon after its opening became the most visited attraction in the whole of the UK.

The attraction with a height of 135 meters is considered the highest in Europe. Until 2006, it even surpassed the Chinese Star of Nanchang. One revolution of the wheel around the axle lasts about 30 minutes. Interestingly, the wheel does not stop for passengers to board, because the traffic is so slow that passengers can disembark or, conversely, sit on the attraction slowly and comfortably. The London Eye moves at a speed of 26 cm per second. For comparison, the turtle moves twice as slowly.

Address: Lambeth, SE1 7PB.

Westminster Abbey is primarily a religious and historic building. For many centuries, the most important ceremonies in English history took place under its roof. One is in awe just looking at the majestic façade of the building.

The abbey also serves as a religious shrine and place of eternal rest for famous British figures and rulers. For example, Charles Darwin, father of nuclear physics Ernest Rutherford, writer Rudyard Kipling (author of the Jangle Book) and Charles Dickens rested here. The most famous grave belongs to Sir Isaac Newton. The new rise in popularity of the building was brought by the novel The Da Vinci Code, which was released in 2003 and at one time outraged the leaders of the Christian church around the world.

Address: 20 Deans Yd-Westminster.

Piccadilly Circus is located between Big Ben and Tower Bridge. This area can often be seen on postcards. Piccadilly is one of the busiest transport hubs in London. It was founded at the end of the 18th century by the architect Nash. Now this place is considered one of the main shopping areas. In the middle of the square is a metal statue holding a bow and arrows, which confuses tourists who confuse the statue with the god of love. In fact, the statue means "the angel of Christian mercy."

Address: London, W1J 9HS.

Great Britain is the cradle of democracy, and the country's parliament is housed in the building Palace of Westminster which proves its importance and significance. The building is located on the left bank of the Thames right in the city center, close to the Westminster Underground.

Of the more than a thousand rooms in the palace, the most important are the House of Lords and the House of Commons. In the first chamber, the traditional ceremony of the beginning of parliamentary year(State Opening of Parliament), where the solemn speech of the members of the government is delivered and thus the political season officially begins. The oldest part of the palace is Westminster Hall. He remembers countless ceremonial rites, such as the coronation of King George IV or the funeral of Winston Churchill.

Between the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey, you can often see a camp of strikers who display posters with various slogans and put forward their demands to politicians.

Address: Westminster, SW1A 0AA.

For three centuries, Buckingham Palace was inhabited by the families of the British Queen. The building was built in 1703. Today, it is the official residence of the queen and her relatives. Unfortunately, the palace was closed to the public for a long time. However, before entering, you can catch a glimpse of the royal guards. On special occasions, significant events are announced from the balcony of the palace. Opposite the entrance is a luxurious fountain.

Today the palace is open to the public and awaits tourists during the summer. Sometimes you can even see Queen Elizabeth, it is worth noting that this palace is not her only residence.

Address: Road Buckingham Palace.

IN central area on the left bank of the Thames, a visit to the huge St. Paul's Church is not to be missed. This cathedral is one of the largest in Europe. The church is dedicated to the Apostle Paul at the beginning of the seventh century. The temple was built in the Renaissance and Baroque styles. Its huge dome is covered with lead.

Address: St. Paul's Churchyard, London- EC4M 8AD.

The Royal Albert Hall is one of the main attractions of the fashionable area of Kensington. The building has a characteristic oval shape with a glass dome and was built in the style of the Italian Renaissance. The underground station is not very close here, so it is best to get to Gloucester Road Station and South Kensington, and from there take a bus to the Albert Hall.

It is a great honor for everyone to sing on stage at the Royal Albert Hall, but not everyone is lucky. For example, in 1977, the final concert tour of Europe by the legendary Abby took place, whose concert they wished to attend. 3.5 million people. Later, Led Zeppelin, Janis Joplin, Jimi Hendrix, Deep Purple and Bob Dylan appeared on this scene.

Kensington Gore, Kensington

Since Lady Diana's death in 1997, no one has lived in Kensington Palace. Only now, the newly-made Princess Kate, thanks to her marriage to Prince William, has “settled in” it, after which the reconstruction of the building began. Over the course of two years, about £12,000,000 for the restoration of the palace.

The palace gardens are ideal for picnics and sports. They can also be viewed with a guide. In June 2000, a platform in memory of Princess Diana was opened there.

Address: Kensington Gardens, W8 4PX.

Of course everyone should visit this place. The park is located in the very center of the metropolis, it is very large, and is rightfully considered one of the largest in the city. Its area is 1.4 sq. km. Big concerts are often organized there, such as the Rolling Stones in 1969 or the Red Hot Chili Peppers in 2004.

In order to pass through the entire park, it is required a large number of time. But it's worth it, because in some places you can find interesting sights. One of them is Marble Arch, located in the northeastern part of the park.

In total, the park occupies more than 140 hectares of land.

Address: London - W2 2UH.

The City of London is the oldest part of London and is often referred to as square mile- "square mile". Only about 8000 inhabitants. The City of London is a kind of city within a city. It is best known as the international financial and business center of the capital of England. All the headquarters and major world banks are located here.

Address: Hartmann Road.

There is a place in England where time has stopped - this is Madame Tussauds. Where else can you meet Albert Einstein, Frank Sinatra or David Beckham in one place. The modern museum was opened in 1884, since then it has been very popular not only among the British, but also among tourists around the world. Today the museum houses many figures of politicians, royal families, pop stars, actors and sportsmen. Thanks to its huge success, the museum has branches almost all over the world: Las Vegas, New York, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Shanghai, etc.

Address: Marylebone Road, Marylebone -NW1 5LR.