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Buckingham Palace

If you are considering a trip to London, you must visit Buckingham palace. It is one of the most popular tourist attractions. It remains the official home of the noble monarchy including the Queen and has been since the early 1800’s.

The palace was originally constructed for the Duke of Buckingham in the early 1700’s. The house is designed around a courtyard and has 3 wings. The house was expanded after George the III purchased it.

In the early 1900’s major modifications were done to add a formal ballroom, extra bedrooms for visitors, and other additional rooms such as a nursery.

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London’s Architectural Masterpiece: Westminster Abbey

The original name was The Collegiate Church of St. Peter and then later known as Westminster Abbey. It was originally designed to be a church, cemetery with countless memorials. It is a study in history, and is known as an architectural masterpiece that was built in the 15th century. It has been used for great events such as coronations and other royal parties and events. The church is under the supervision of the crown and not the diocese which is highly unusual for a church.

You may want to visit to see the tomb of the Unknown Soldier, other Royal Tombs, Shrines, Winston Churchill, Lady Chapel and Poets Corner. Some very famous poets are buried here such as Geoffrey Chaucer. It was an honor to be buried here. Only aristocrats, generals, royalty, scientists and other dignitaries were buried here. Over 3,000 people have been buried or memorialized here.
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London-10,000 Things to Do

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, as it is the home of Harrods, as well as the Crown Jewels. You can leave early in the morning and stay out till late at night and still have a million other places to go!

There are some beautiful churches such as St. Paul’s Cathedral and Westminster Abby. You may want to visit the Queen at Buckingham Palace or view the changing of the guards.
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