The Top Five Attractions in London England

London is a city rich and varied in history and yet hasinteresting stop at the Tower of London. The spiral
a blend of modern facets to please any type ofstaircase running up the interior is the only way up and
traveler. With hundreds of art galleries, museums andthis British national museum of arms and armour has
dozens of other attractions including zoos, music,more than 40,000 pieces on display.
theater and nightlife, it is no wonder that London is oneTrafalgar Square
of the most popular cities in the world. A visit toTrafalgar Square is often the site of public events and
London should include these five must see attractions:political demonstrations in London. The square, an
Westminster Abbeyintersection for many major streets, is a spectacular
This church, burial ground and coronation site, all rolledgateway to sightseeing for tourists visiting the area.
into one, is the final resting place of great kings, poetsYou'll find the National Gallery on the north side of
and other British notables. Westminster Abbey is stillTrafalgar Square which is among the world's best art
used as a church for religious services and events onmuseums. Looking to the west, one will see Canada
a regular basis. The works of art, which are containedHouse, where Canadians who are visiting can get a
in the Abbey, make the visit truly worthy. Inside thetaste of home. To the east, although close to the
west entryway hangs a painting of Richard II. Thispublic, the stone arches of South Africa house with
portrait was painted in 1390 and is the oldest portrait ofAfrican animals are worth a look. Be sure to visit 10
a British monarch on display today.Downing Street once you've seen all there is to see in
Buckingham PalaceTrafalgar Square. Since 1732, 10 Downing Street has
Buckingham Palace, the official residence of Britishbeen the home of British Prime Ministers. Along with
monarchy, is one of the most popular touristChurchill Museum, 10 Downing is within walking distance
attractions in England. If you visit in August orof Trafalger Square.
September you'll find that the Palace's 19 stateroomsHarrods
are open to the public. Some areas of the Palace areWhat would a trip to London be without a little
open all year and visitors can see the grandioseshopping? The world's greatest department store,
architecture of the building along with other exhibits. AHarrods, is great even for the window shoppers. And,
must see for visitors is the Changing of the Guard asfor those who are looking to spend a bit of dough, this
is a stroll through the 40 acre gardens and grounds.million square feet of merchandise is every shoppers
Tower of Londondream. In fact, Harrods motto is - Omnia Omnibus
Many have heard of the Tower of London, but notUbique - which means "All Things For All People
everyone knows it served as a prison for many years.Everywhere". Although it has been around for 150
The original structure was built to be used as a fort byyears, Harrods is as modern as the latest iPod. Many
William the Conqueror around 1100 AD. Later theof its departments, including the seasonal Christmas
Tower evolved into a prison and then into a monumentshop and the Food Hall, are world famous for their
for the sizable collection of Crown Jewels which arequality and abundance of selection. Where else can
still on display today. The highlight of the collection is theyou choose from 300 different types of cheese?
530-carat Star of Africa. The pear shaped diamond isThese top London attractions are a good start point
the 2nd largest in the world and was extracted from abut a second visit will be required as you will find how
South African mine. The Royal Armouries are also anmuch London has to offer.