London

 The most important tourist sites in London

London is one of the largest cities in the world which has a population of about 8 million people. It is a leading global city for culture, fashion, finance, politics, trade and remains one of the most cities that accept them Mnalesaah international visitors in the world. City contains many famous landmarks.

The most important tourist attractions in London

Westminster Abbey

Westminster Abbey is a large church, located to the west of the Palace of Westminster. It is one of the most prominent religious buildings in the United Kingdom which is the traditional place of coronation and burial site for English, and then prepare the British monarchs. Most of the existing buildings dating back to 1245-1272 when Henry III decided to rebuild the ancient monastery in the Gothic style. The building was expanded later to a large extent: Added the Church of Henry VII between 1503 and 1512, while the history of the two towers to the Western Front of 1745.

 

Palace of Westminster

Palace of Westminster (known widely by more councils Parliament) which is the seat of parliament in the United Kingdom. The current building dates back to the 19th century when it was built in the aftermath of a fire in a wonderful example of Victorian architecture and the new Gothic. Located House of Commons (the elected members of Parliament) to the north of the building and decorated with green leather upholstery, and the House of Lords is located to the south and decorated for furnishings and red leather.

 

St. Paul's Cathedral

Built in the 17th century, and became the Cathedral of St. Paul is one of the most famous sights and the most exclusive in London. Cathedral was saved by the heroic firefighters when it was bombed during World War II. And was inspired by the great dome of St. Peter's Basilica before the rise of Rome, and a length of 118 meters (365 feet) to the cross at the top. The tallest building in London for a year 1710- 1962, and upon reaching characterized dome also among the highest in the world.

 

Trafalgar Square

Trafalgar Square is the most big city square to commemorate the victory of Lord Horatio Nelson against Napoleon in naval battle of Trafalgar in 1805. Central monument inside the box is a tall column, which stands staring across London. The monument is surrounded by four huge black with a series of large fountains. This is the scene much more than just an open field, but that Trafalgar Square is one of the most famous squares in the world, and more social and political sites for tourists and Londoners alike.

 

Tower of London

Now is home to the British crown jewels, was built the Tower of London by William the Conqueror in 1078. It served as a prison from 1100 to the mid-twentieth century. But today became the Tower of London as one of the most important areas of most popular tourist attractions in London.

London Eye

The London Eye is located on the banks of the River Thames, with a 135 meter (443 ft) high observation wheel, a huge bearing external walls of glass. Featuring Batalaltha great views to the center of London. The London Eye from the areas most popular paid tourist attraction in the United Kingdom, which has had more than 3.5 million people annually.

 

Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace is the headquarters of Queen Elizabeth II, although it is owned by the British state and not the personal property of the king, used the courtyard of Buckingham Palace for the changing of the guard, with the celebration of a great tourist attraction.

 

The British Museum

The museum was established in 1753, and the British Museum in London is a museum of human history and culture. It is among the largest and most comprehensive museums in the world, and that stems from all continents, which suggests documenting the story of human culture from its beginnings to the present time.

 

Tower Bridge

Tower Bridge is a bascule and suspension bridge in London on the banks of the River Thames. It is close to the Tower of London, which gives it its name and became the iconic symbol of London. Construction began in 1886 and took eight years to build. The bridge consists of two towers, which are linked together in the upper floor via two horizontal walkways.

 

Big Ben

Big Ben clock tower is due to the 150-year-old is Mnibrz attractions of London as one of the major tourist attractions in London. Become clock place a popular attraction, which appeared in many films. In the movie Mars Attacks! For example is the destruction of Big Ben in the attack.

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