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One of the World’s Most Famous Prisons: Tower Of London |
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 Have you visited the Tower Of London? It is probably one of the the most famous prisons besides Sing Sing Prison in New York. It has been in existence for well over 800 years. It is twenty towers high and is filled with a mixture of ancient history, culture and jewels.
The initial structure was a fort used by William the Conqueror. It was completed in 1000 AD. It stands over a hundred feet high with walls as thick as sixteen feet thick. It was obviously built to be very sturdy and to withstand all weather conditions and it remains a fortress.
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London Tourist Attractions: Wax Museum and Planetarium |
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 Have you ever wanted to get up close and personal with Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts, Will Smith and Shakespeare? The Madame Tussauds wax museum would allow you to meet the likenesses of these as well as other famous historians, Hollywood stars, musicians, authors, sports stars, world leaders.
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London Tourist Attractions: Kensington Palace |
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 The history of the gardens started in the late 1600’s when King William bought the Nottingham house. The house was remodeled into a palace and the 12 acre garden was expanded into 100 acres through Hyde Park.
This palace is has been a home to royalty since the early 1800’s. It is still known as the royal residence and there are some public areas that tourists can visit. The palace was opened to public view in 1899.
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London - 10,000 Things to Do |
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 If you have at least two years to spare and want to see London, England unfortunately, this may not be enough time to see it all. No matter what your tastes are, you will find it in London. There is theatre, art, music, museums, historical sites, dance clubs, almost anything of interest you will find here.
London is the ultimate blend of classical and modern. There are over 100 art galleries and daily events throughout the year. It is known as the world’s shopping mecca,
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London’s Famous Department Store: Harrods |
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 Much of London is comprised of beautiful museums, the palace, breath taking architecture, spectacular gardens, night clubs, pubs, and restaurants. However, you cannot mention London, without referring to the department store, Harrods.
It originated in the 1800’s by a wholesale grocer by the name of Charles Harrod.
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