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London

London's roots delve deep into the annals of antiquity, dating back to the Roman settlement of Londinium in AD 43. It was a vital trading post, bridging Roman Britain and the European continent.

Throughout the Middle Ages, London evolved into a bustling medieval city, marked by the construction of the Tower of London and Westminster Abbey. It was here that King Richard the Lionheart and countless monarchs left their indelible mark.

The Tudor era brought grandeur, with the likes of Henry VIII and Elizabeth I shaping the destiny of the realm. Shakespeare's Globe Theatre flourished in these times.

In 1666, the Great Fire of London ravaged the city, leading to a grand reconstruction and the creation of the distinctive Wren churches and Georgian architecture we know today.

The British Empire's expansion in the 18th and 19th centuries transformed London into a global metropolis. It witnessed the Industrial Revolution, imperial splendor, and the emergence of Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament along the Thames.

The 20th century brought seismic changes, including the devastation of World War II. London emerged from the ashes as a multicultural hub, reflecting the diverse tapestry of the British Commonwealth.

Today, London stands as a vibrant global city, where ancient history coexists with contemporary innovation. Its landmarks, from Buckingham Palace to the British Museum, invite you to traverse time and explore its multifaceted past.

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Top Historical Places

Big Ben

Elizabeth Tower houses Big Ben, one of the most famous bells in the world. The 150+ year old tower was recently renamed the Elizabeth Tower to honor Queen Elizabeth's 60 years' of reign. Visit Westminister Palace to get close up views of the tower.

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British Museum

The British Museum is a public institution dedicated to human history, art and culture. Its permanent collection of some eight million works is among the largest and most comprehensive in existence, having been widely collected during the era of the British Empire. It documents the story of human culture from its beginnings to the present. It was the first public national museum in the world.

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Hours

Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace is the London residence and administrative headquarters of the monarch of the United Kingdom. Located in the City of Westminster, the palace is often at the centre of state occasions and royal hospitality. It has been a focal point for the British people at times of national rejoicing and mourning.

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HMS Belfast

HMS Belfast is a Town-class light cruiser that was built for the Royal Navy. She is now permanently moored as a museum ship on the River Thames in London and is operated by the Imperial War Museum.

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Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Palace of Westminster

The Palace of Westminster serves as the meeting place for both the House of Commons and the House of Lords, the two houses of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. Informally known as the Houses of Parliament after its occupants, the Palace lies on the north bank of the River Thames in the City of Westminster, in central London, England.

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Hours

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Royal Observatory

The Royal Observatory, or the Old Royal Observatory, is located in Greenwich along the River Thames. The Observatory is famous for sitting along the Prime Meridian, giving its name to Greenwich Mean Time (also known as Universal Time). For years, the Observatory has played a major role in the history of astronomy and navigation, and is currently number 000 (first on the list) among the International Astronomical Union.

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Hours

Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saint Paul's Cathedral

St Paul's Cathedral is an Anglican cathedral in London. Its dedication to Paul the Apostle dates back to the original church on this site, founded in AD 604. The cathedral is one of the most famous and most recognisable sights of London. 

The cathedral is a working church with hourly prayer and daily services.

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Hours

Monday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tower Bridge

The Tower Bridge crosses the River Thames close to the Tower of London. It is a suspension bridge that was constructed between 1886 and 1894. The Bridge connects the London boroughs of Tower Hamlets and Southwark. The Tower Bridge is one of the most iconic symbols of London and sometimes gets confused with the London Bridge, which is more than a half a mile upstream.

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Hours

Monday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Tower of London

The Tower of London, officially Her Majesty's Royal Palace and Fortress of the Tower of London, is a historic castle on the north bank of the River Thames in central London. It was founded towards the end of 1066 as part of the Norman Conquest. The White Tower, which gives the entire castle its name, was built by William the Conqueror in 1078.

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Hours

Monday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Westminster Abbey

Westminster Abbey, formally titled the Collegiate Church of Saint Peter at Westminster, is a large, mainly Gothic abbey church in the City of Westminster, London, just to the west of the Palace of Westminster. It is one of the United Kingdom's most notable religious buildings and the traditional place of coronation and a burial site for English and, later, British monarchs.

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Historical People

Sir Christopher WrenSir Christopher Wren

William ShakespeareWilliam Shakespeare

Queen Elizabeth IIQueen Elizabeth II

Sir Christopher WrenSir Christopher Wren

Winston ChurchillWinston Churchill

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