London experience

One year ago I visited London with my friends from university, we stayed there 3 days and explored the city. Three days doesn’t seem like a very long time a but we saw as  much as possible and visited most of the key sights in London.  There is no doubt that London is one of my favourite cities. The capital of the United Kingdom is one of the world’s top destinations. There is so many incredible things to see. Moreover,  London is really great for sightseeing because a lot of attractions are free of charge.

Famous red telephone box
 

The double-decker bus -one of London's principal icons

During our trip we visited i.e.:

The Houses of Parliament – also known as the Palace of Westminster and is situated along the Thames. The most famous feature of the Houses of Parliament is Big Ben. Interesting fact: “Big Ben” isn’t the name of the clock Tower. It’s the name of the largest bell.

River Thames

My friends & BIG BEN in background

London Bridge – it is one of the world’s most famous bridge and truly remarkable piece of architecture.

London Bridge in the background

London Eye -  is a giant ferries wheel. The entire construction is 135 metres tall. We took a turn on the London It is surely a nice experience and gives incredible views.

Buckingham Palace - the queen’s London residence. We watched there Changing of the Guard.

Tower of London - it was built over  900 years ago and it is the city’s most important historic monument.

St. Paul’s Cathedral -  this huge and harmonious dome have been a familiar sight to Londoners for over 350 years. It is beautifully illuminated at night.

Westminster Abbey - it is place  England’s kings and queens have been crowned since 1066.

St James’s Park - it is a beautiful place between Buckingham Palace and Horseguards. This park is the oldest Royal Park in London. We found there a bench to rest and admired the view. It's a beautiful setting, away from central London traffic.

Regent's Park is one of London's most popular open spaces. Many sports are played in the park, there are also three playgrounds for children.

The range of free London museums is incredible. Tourists will have to pay only for special exhibitions. We exploited this situation and visited:  British Museum - is the world's first ever national public museum with collection of treasures from around the world. Then, London's National Gallery - this museum houses one of the world’s most comprehensive collections of British and European paintings. Next, Science Museum – it showcases the history and development of science, medicine, and technology. Finally, we visited Natural History Museum.

We ended our trip on Oxford Street and begin our shopping adventure, because  it is Europe's busiest shopping street. In January in shops  are a  lot of bargains. We also visited Harrods – one of the most famous department store in the world.

It was a memorable trip!