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Sunday, December 12, 2021

England Travel—Visiting London

Video 1.  London Complete Travel Guide - England Travel Ideas - Bucket List (YouTube link)

Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, London



Kew Gardens, probably the world’s most famous garden, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The garden, created in 1759, boasts the earliest and greatest botanic garden, including breathtaking landscapes, historic buildings, along with one of the rarest and most interesting range of plants. Hop aboard the Kew Explorer land train to enjoy the 40-minute tour of the gardens and learn about Kew’s plants, trees and history.

Don’t miss the newly refurbished Temperate House – the world’s largest Victorian glasshouse.

Figure 1.  Holland Park (London; 05/05/2021)

Figure 2.  Three main areas you would like to visit (from Video 1)


Palace of Westminster


Just across from Westminster station, the Gothic Revival turrets of the Houses of Parliament and Elizabeth Tower – which houses Big Ben – draw curious eyes towards the sky.[11] A stone’s throw away, visitors can immerse themselves in history at the 13th-century UNESCO World Heritage site, Westminster Abbey, which has held services for 16 royal weddings.


Hyde Park


One of London’s most expansive green spaces, Hyde Park is also linked to Kensington Gardens and Green Park.[12] While you’re there, admire the Victorian splendor of the Albert Memorial, and get your royal fix at the splendid Kensington Palace. Alternatively, head to the Serpentine Galleries for some world-class contemporary art.
Nowadays, the Green Park is a peaceful and safe refuge where visitors can go for a stroll before going to see the ceremony of Changing the Guard, held in the nearby Buckingham Palace.
The capital city has so much to offer those spending Christmas in the UK, from the Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park to the incredible Christmas shopping on Oxford Street.

South Bank


The stretch of the River Thames from Waterloo to Tower Bridge is known as the South Bank and is always busy with strollers, runners, art lovers and music fans. Along the walkway you’ll find an array of architectural masterpieces, including the brutalist National Theatre and Southbank Centre, the low-slung British Film Institute, the industrial-looking OXO Tower and Tate Modern, plus Shakespeare’s Globe.[12]  For many, a stroll along the South Bank is as London as it gets.

Video 2.  Ultimate Guide to LONDON'S Best MUSEUMS (YouTube link)

British Museum


Founded in 1753, the British Museum was the first national public museum in the world, and today it is Britain’s most visited with more than 7 million people arriving per year. Entry has always been free and includes access to the institution’s most important and sought-after acquisitions, such as the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and Ancient Egyptian structures. The museum is an architectural gem itself, with the newly refurbished Queen Elizabeth II Great Court a highlight. See the open hours below:
Every day, except Fridays, the Main entrance closes at 16.00 as the Museum closes at 17.00. On Fridays, due to the late opening of exhibitions, the Main entrance closes at 19.30 as the Museum closes at 20.30. 
However, the museums and public galleries stay open with only Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day closures.
Figure 3.  London Tower Bridge crosses the River Thames close to the Tower of London

Borough Market


Borough Market—the mother of all London’s food markets—is one of the most unmissable destinations for both locals and tourists in London. It is just over the road from the bustling London Bridge Station.  
Although, it is situated close to one of the most innovative skyscrapers in Europe – The Shard – getting through the market is traditional and harks back to the past.[15] Crossing the road from London Bridge station, you will be attracted by the smells and sights of the place which bring you into a remarkable community.
Figure 4.  Big Ben at the north end of the Palace of Westminster in London


Westminster Abbey


One of the defining landmarks of the city, Westminster Abbey has played a central role in the nation for nearly a whole millennium. Filled with the tombs of some of the country’s greatest kings, poets and politicians, history literally surrounds you here. It’s open most days – unless there happens to be a royal wedding taking place – and the abbey is an excellent way to feel part of the nation’s past.

Literally a stone’s throw away from the Houses of Parliament, College Garden sits within the precincts of Westminster Abbey. It is one of those London gems that hide in plain sight, and no visit to the Abbey is complete without venturing in.


Video 2.  Chelsea Physic Garden (YouTube link)



Chelsea Physic Garden, London


Located in a microclimate by the River Thames, Chelsea Physic Garden was founded in 1673 by the Worshipful Society of Apothecaries to train apprentices in the medicinal qualities of plants. It became one of the most important centers of botany and plant exchange in the world and has a unique collection of over 5,000 edible, useful, medicinal, and historical plants. This garden offers visitors a real sensory experience.


Video 3.  10 Best Places to Visit in England (YouTube link)

Video 4.  London: Historic and Dynamic (YouTube link)

Video 5.  INSIDE ST. PAUL'S CATHEDRAL AND CRYPT (YouTube link)

References

  1. Where to Stay in Bloomsbury, London
  2. Where to Stay in London
  3. Maps of the National Rail Network of Great Britain
  4. The Best Hostel in London: wombat’s City Hostel London
  5. A Selection of England's best gardens
  6. Whole Foods Market (UK)
  7. How Safe is England? What Travelers Need to Know
  8. THE BEST PARKS IN LONDON IN WINTER
  9. The Best Time to Go to Europe
  10. The 39 Greatest Constructions of Gothic Architecture in the World
    • The Cathedral of Canterbury
    • Lincoln Cathedral
    • Wells Cathedral
    • Westminster Abbey
    • Bath Abbey 
    • Palace of Westminster
  11. A Guide to Westminster, London
  12. Must-Visit Attractions in London
    • St Paul’s Cathedral
    • Kew Gardens
    • London Zoo
    • London Eye
    • ArcelorMittal Orbit
    • Madame Tussauds
    • Tate Modern
    • Tower of London
    • Tower Bridge
    • Sea Life London Aquarium
    • The Old Vic
    • Hyde Park
    • Imperial War Museum
    • South Bank
    • Oxford Street
    • Buckingham Palace (changing-the-guard schedule)
    • The Shard
    • The Victoria and Albert Museum
    • British Museum (ticket information)
    • Royal Albert Hall
    • The National Gallery
    • Borough Market
    • Shakespeare's Globe
    • Portobello Road
    • Westminster Abbey
  13. Through the Keyhole: Best Secret Gardens in London
  14. Royal High Tea At Kensington Palace
  15. The Complete Guide to Borough Market, London
  16. A Brief History of The Houses of Parliament
  17. The 12 days of Christmas: 12 places to spend Christmas in the UK
    • London hosts an array of Christmas markets, ice rinks, and events leading up to Christmas. Our favorites have to be the wintertime market at Southbank Centre, Somerset House ice rink, and Christmas by the River at London Bridge.
  18. Best Times to Visit London
  19. Christmas at Kew
  22. St Pancras railway station (Eurostar Station)
  23. Heathrow Express (Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 and Heathrow Terminal 5 → London Paddington)
  26. East End—Heavily populated with immigrants from the Middle East, Asia and Africa, this London neighborhood contains the areas of Whitechapel and Spitalfields
  33. Trafalgar Square
  34. London Stansted Airport (STN)
  35. Tickets for Top Attractions
  36. Sky Garden (Book Tickets)
    • The terrace is open daily from 10am-6pm weekdays
  37. Seasonal Guide: The 10 pieces you need to pack for a trip to London in the winter
  38. How To Visit The British Museum In 2023: Tickets, Hours, Tours, And More
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