My latest love of London is an old ruined medieval Gothic church in the heart of London’s financial district, just a stone’s throw away from Tower Hill Station. On a quiet side-street tucked away between Tower Hill and Monument is St Dunstan Hill where you will find one of London’s most beautiful garden, often referred… Continue reading St Dunstan in the East-8 reasons why you should visit this Serenity amongst Ruins
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Windsor Castle and Windsor in 1 day-what to see, do and experience in 1 day
To make the best of Windsor Castle and Windsor in 1 day will require some prior planning. You may also need to have some knowledge of the highlights at the Castle which should not be missed especially if your visit here is just for the one time. Read next on 5 Reasons Why Travel Planning… Continue reading Windsor Castle and Windsor in 1 day-what to see, do and experience in 1 day
Isle of Wight Top 5 and the Victorian Love Affair
Isle of Wight has been a fashionable vacation destination since the 18th Century and famously reflect Queen Victoria’s love affair with the island and Osborne House, which was the Royals getaway. Initially, the island was a getaway for summer vacations and later, during Queen Victoria’s later years, it became her permanent home until her death… Continue reading Isle of Wight Top 5 and the Victorian Love Affair
Victoria-An intimate look at the Woman behind the Crown and her childhood
It was the first day of the Discover the real Victoria, made in Kensington Exhibition, 24th May, a glorious day of summer sunshine and the Palace grounds were a busy sight! People sunbathing, reading or just relaxing. The queues to the ticket office was long… Fortunately for me, I did not have to wait in… Continue reading Victoria-An intimate look at the Woman behind the Crown and her childhood
Greenwich in 1 day-45 Experiences and More to cherish
Greenwich is a nice little town in the south-east of London which sits on the banks of River Thames, accessible with a 20-minute journey from London (Bank Station) and is a popular destination for tourists because of its maritime and astronomy history. The area, Royal Greenwich Park is host to the Royal Museum Greenwich, which is
Cutty Sark Greenwich
My kids had a ball here! And what a delight it was to re-visit this legendary 19th century sailing ship that was the fastest ship in her time. This is the only surviving tea clipper in the world today.
The Cutty Sark is suitable for a family fun-day out and for children from three-years upwards. I am certain that your kids will have a splendid
National Maritime Museum Greenwich
I am sure that you will not be bored with a visit to the National Maritime Museum here 😊 as it features popular artworks and space-photography that will capture your interest from the time you walk-in as it did mine, on this visit. This maritime museum is the largest in the UK and is possibly also the largest of its kind in the world. This iconic building is part of the Maritime Greenwich World Heritage Site. I was particularly
Queen’s House Greenwich
The Queen’s House is a historic royal house which served as a former royal residence, Greenwich Palace, where Elizabeth I was born. It was built between 1616 and 1636 and was designed by the famous architect, Inigo Jones, who was inspired by his travels in Italy and the Queen’s House was the first Classical building
The Royal Observatory and Planetarium | Greenwich
When one thinks of the town Greenwich, one can immediately relate the town to GMT, the Greenwich Mean Time, the Prime Meridian of the world, where zero- degree longitude is marked – Yes! it is the home where time begins and ends, where
Southwark Cathedral London – Why you should visit this Oldest Gothic Cathedral in London
Southwark Cathedral London is an Anglican Church and is located in the South Bank of River Thames, just next to the Borough Market which is a thriving environment and easily accessible via London Bridge Station [see below on Useful information] A magnificent Gothic Cathedral and a historical masterpiece This magnificent Cathedral boasts a Gothic architecture… Continue reading Southwark Cathedral London – Why you should visit this Oldest Gothic Cathedral in London
