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The Banqueting House, London

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The Banqueting House is a historical architecture in London. It is the only surviving part of the Palace of Whitehall which marks the English architectural transformation to neo-classical style. It was built as a place for royal ceremonies and receptions as well as performances of masques.

The Banqueting House was designed by Inigo Jones and started to build in 1619. Over £15,000 later, the building was completed in 1622. Due to its historical and architectural values, the Banqueting House is listed as Grade I building and preserved under Historic Royal Palaces, and independent charity which receives no funding from any governmental bodies.

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Wellington Arch

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If Paris has Arc de Triomphe, London has Wellington Arch. Also known as the Constitution Arch, Wellington Arch is a triumphal arch built upon King George IV to commemorate Britain’s victories in the Napoleonic Wars. It is located in the central London to the south of Hyde Park and at the western corner of Green Park. It is now one of London’s landmarks and a famous tourist attraction.

Built in 1836-1830, Wellington Arch was designed by Decimus Burton and originally located at the entrance of Hyde Park as a part of Burton’s screen and a grand route toward Buckingham Palace. The arch was then moved to its current position in 1882. Now, the Arch serves as the entrance to Constitution Hill, hence the name Constitution Arch.

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The Monument London

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The Monument

The Monument London, or officially named the Monument to the Great Fire of London, is a stone column in Roman Doric style located in the northern end of London Bridge. As the name suggest, the column is there to commemorate the Great Fire of London which took place on 2 September 1666. There is another monument, the Golden Boy of Pye Corner, which was built to mark where the fire stopped.

The Great Fire incident happened on Sunday, starting from a bakery on Pudding Lane. It is called the “great” fire because it lasted for 3 days before it extinguished. Lives were lost and many buildings were destroyed during that period of time. The city’s gates and St Paul’s Cathedral were among the destroyed buildings. Most properties that were survived were mostly made of stone such as St. Paul’s and the Guildhall.

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St Paul’s Cathedral London

St Paul’s Cathedral - London

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When you go sightseeing in London, do not miss St. Paul’s Cathedral. This church is almost 300 years old and one of London’s most fascinating cultural heritage buildings. The history of the church dates back to the sixth century of old England. If you are really keen in your history, then this site will feed on your enthusiasm in Londoner’s past spiritual life.

St Paul’s Cathedral
St Paul’s Cathedral

Although it may not be as famous as the Big Ben, Thames River, or Tower of London, St Paul’s Cathedral is a very significant and important landmark as well as meeting place in London. It also has been a subject captured and presented in postcards, depicting its enormous and magnificent dome. The cathedral also has held prominent services including the wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer, funerals of Sir Winston Churchill and Margaret Thatcher, and Jubilee celebrations for Queen Victoria.

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