What could be a lesson about Britain's capital? An example of a description of an attraction in English

Sightseeing in London

London is one of the most interesting cities in Europe. You can start your sightseeing tour from the City where some famous ancient buildings are situated. Perhaps the most striking of them is St. Paul's Cathedral, the greatest of English churches. It is Sir Christopher Wren's masterpiece. It stands at the top of Ludgate Hill on a site where a Christian church had stood since the 7th century. The construction of the Cathedral started in 1675 and was not finished until 1709. The magnificent classical structure is crowned by the dome. The dome is painted with scenes from the life of St. Paul. Here also is the famous Whispering Gallery. There are many memorials in the Cathedral including those to heroes such as Wellington and Nelson.
The Tower of London is also located in the City. It has been closely associated with many important events in English history. It served as citadel, palace, prison, mint and menagerie. The White Tower was built in 1078 by William the Conqueror to protect the city. The Tower is famous for its illustrious prisoners, such as Sir Thomas More and Guy Fawkes. Many notable people lost their heads on the executioner's block. The Tower is guarded by the Yeoman Warders popularly known as Beefeaters.
Westminster is the historic and governmental center of London. Until the 11th century it was a sacred place. King Edward the Confessor decided to build a great abbey church here. It was consecrated in 1065, but a week later the King died and was buried in the abbey. His tomb became a popular place of pilgrimage. It can still be found at the heart of the present Westminster Abbey. William the Conqueror was crowned in the Abbey and since then all the Coronations have taken place here. The Abbey contains many royal tombs, memorials to eminent men and women. But the most popular ones are those to writers, actors and musicians in Poet's corner.
Alongside the Abbey Edward the Confessor had a palace built. The Palace of Westminster was the royal residence and also the country's main court of law. Parliament met here from the 16th century until the 19th century. The present Houses of Parliament were built after the old palace was burnt down in 1834. The building contains the House of Commons and the House of Lords, the two chambers where parliamentary business is debated.
On the corner next to Westminster Bridge stands the Clock Tower, which houses the famous bell Big Ben.
Buckingham Palace is the Queen's official London residence. Built in 1702-1705 for the Duke of Buckingham, it was sold in 1761 to George III. The Palace was little used by royalty until Victoria's accession to the throne in 1837. London "s most popular spectacle is Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace. It takes place in the forecourt and lasts about 30 minutes.
Going down Oxford Street you come to Trafalgar Square which is yet another symbol of London. This square received its name from Trafalgar, the cape off which Lord Nelson defeated a Franco-Spanish fleet in 1805. Admiral Nelson, cast in bronze, stands on top of a tall column in the middle of the square.
On the north side of Trafalgar Square is the National Gallery and the National Portrait Gallery. Not far away is the British Museum - the biggest museum in London. It contains a priceless collection of ancient manuscripts, coins, sculptures etc., and is famous for its library.

London Attractions

London is one of the most interesting cities in Europe. You can start your sightseeing in the City, where some famous ancient buildings are located. Perhaps the most striking of these is St. Paul's Cathedral, the greatest of English churches. This is Sir Christopher Wren's masterpiece. It stands at the top of Ludgate Hill, on the site where a Christian church has stood since the 7th century. Construction of the cathedral began in 1675 and was completed only in 1709. The magnificent classical structure is topped with a dome. The inside of the dome is painted with scenes from the life of St. Paul. The famous Whisper Gallery is also located here. The cathedral contains many monuments, including to heroes such as Wellington and Nelson.
The Tower of London is also located in the City. He is closely connected with many important events in English history. The Tower was a fortress, a palace, a prison, a mint and a menagerie. The White Tower (White Tower) was built in 1078 by William the Conqueror to protect the city. The Tower is famous for its famous prisoners such as Sir Thomas More and Guy Fawkes. Many outstanding people laid their heads on the block here. The Tower is guarded by the Life Guards (yeoman guards), who are usually called beefeaters (meat eaters).
Westminster is the historical and governmental part of London. Until the 11th century it was a sacred place. King Edward the Confessor decided to build a large abbey with a church here. It was consecrated in 1065, but a week later the king died and was buried in the abbey. His grave became a popular place of pilgrimage. It can still be found in the center of what is now Westminster Abbey. William the Conqueror was crowned in the abbey, and since then all coronations have taken place here. The abbey contains the tombs of many kings and monuments to prominent people. But the most popular are the monuments to writers, actors and musicians in Poet's Corner.
Edward the Confessor built a palace next to the abbey. The Palace of Westminster was the royal residence, as well as the main court of law of the country. From the 16th to the 19th centuries, parliament met here. The current parliament building was built after the old palace burned down in 1834. The building houses the House of Commons and the House of Lords, the two chambers that discuss parliamentary business.
On the corner of Westminster Bridge stands the Clock Tower, which houses the famous bell Big Ben.
Buckingham Palace is the Queen's official residence in London. It was built in 1702-1705 for the Duke of Buckingham, and in 1764 it was sold to George III. The royal family made little use of the palace until Victoria's accession to the throne in 1837. The most popular sight in London is the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace. It takes place in front of the palace and lasts about 30 minutes.
Walking along Oxford Street you come to Trafalgar Square, another symbol of London. The square was named after Cape Trafalgar, where Lord Nelson defeated the Franco-Spanish fleet in 1805. A bronze Admiral Nelson stands atop a tall column in the center of the square.
On the north side of Trafalgar Square are the National Gallery and the National Portrait Gallery. Not far from here is the British Museum - the largest museum in London. It contains a priceless collection of ancient manuscripts, coins, sculptures, etc. and is famous for its library.



Vocabulary:

Changing of the Guard - changing of the guard
the City - City, business center of London
coin - coin
to be consecrated - to be consecrated
to crown - to crown
defeat - win
dome - dome
Edward the Confessor - Edward the Confessor, king of England (1042- |
fleet - fleet
in memory of - in memory of
luxury - luxury
medieval - medieval
menagerie - menagerie
mint - mint
pilgrimage - pilgrimage
priceless - priceless
sacred - sacred
splendid - magnificent
the Stock Exchange - London Stock Exchange
striking - amazing, wonderful
the Stuarts - The Stuarts
Thomas More - Thomas More (English thinker, writer)
tomb - grave
the Tudors - The Tudors
Whispering Gallery - Whispering Gallery
William the Conqueror - William the Conqueror, William I (1066-1087) (first Norman king of England)
to win the right - get the right, achieve the right
workshop - workshop
Yeoman Warder - Tower guard, Life Guard

Answer the questions
1. What famous buildings do you know within the city?
2. What places of interest are there in St. Paul's Cathedral?
3. What was the Tower used for?
4. Who built the abbey and the palace in Westminster?
5. Where does the Parliament meet?
6. What is Buckingham Palace famous for?
7. Where is London's most famous shopping area located?
8. Why did Trafalgar Square receive this name?
9. What London museums do you know? What are they famous for?
10. Explain how these dates are connected to the city history: 1078,1675, 1805, 1761, 1834, 1709?

Places of Interest in London

There are a lot of places of interest in London. Among them there are: Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace, St Paul’s Cathedral, London Bridge, the Tower of London.

London stands on the river Thames. Crossing the river by the Tower Bridge you can see the Tower of London. It is one of the oldest buildings of the city. Many centuries ago it was a fortress, a royal palace and then a prison. Now it is a museum of arms.

On the bank of the Thames, not far from the Tower of London, you can see Westminster Palace, or the Houses of Parliament. It is the seat of the British government and it is one of the most beautiful buildings in London. In one of its towers there is famous Big Ben, the largest clock of England. It strikes every quarter of an hour.

Buckingham Palace is the Queen’s official London residence. Tourists always go to see the ceremony of changing the Guard there.

London has many fine squares. Some of them are quiet, others are busy like Trafalgar Square. Trafalgar Square is the central square of the city. To the right of the square there is the National Gallery which has a fine collection of European paintings.

St Paul's Cathedral is the biggest English church. Another famous church is Westminster Abbey where kings, queens, and many famous people are buried.

London is also famous for its beautiful parks. Hyde Park is the most democratic park in the world, as anyone can say anything he likes there. Regent's Park is the home of London Zoo.

London Attractions

There are many attractions in London. Among them are Westminster Abbey, Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace, St. Paul's Cathedral, London Bridge, Tower of London.

London stands on the Thames. Crossing the river over the Taursky Bridge you can immediately see the Tower. This is one of the oldest buildings in the city. Many centuries ago it was a fortress, a royal palace, and then a prison. Now it is a weapons museum.

On the banks of the Thames, near the Tower of London, you can see the Palace of Westminster, or the Houses of Parliament. It is the seat of the British government and is one of the most beautiful buildings in London. One of the towers houses the famous Big Ben, the largest clock in England. They strike every quarter of an hour.

Buckingham Palace is the official London residence of the Queen. Tourists always go there to see the Changing of the Guard ceremony.

There are many squares in London. Many are quiet, others are busy, such as Trafalgar Square. Trafalgar Square is the central square of the city. To the right of the square is the National Gallery, which houses a rich collection of European paintings.

St Paul's Cathedral is the largest English church. Another famous cathedral is Westminster Abbey, where kings, queens and many famous people are buried.

London is also famous for its beautiful parks. Hyde Park is the most democratic park in the world because everyone can say whatever they want here. London Zoo is located in Regent's Park.

London is a modern, rapidly developing metropolis with all its pros and cons, where the traditional sights of London in English with translation coexist with entire Pakistani and Chinese quarters. Globalization had a clear impact on the capital of Foggy Albion, but did not change its appearance, and most importantly, did not break its spirit. The spirit of imperial grandeur and true aristocracy.

A day, a week or even a month is not enough to see all the sights of London, since they are literally at every step, in every building. Therefore, even before traveling to the British capital, it is advisable to make a list of those places where you would definitely like to visit, not forgetting to include architectural monuments (Tower of London and Tower Bridge, Buckingham Palace), natural monuments (Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens), as well as museums (Madame Tussauds, British Museum), many of which are free to visit.

London Eye Ferris wheel

One of the largest Ferris wheels in Europe, with a height of 135 meters and including 32 capsule cabins, each of which can accommodate up to 25 passengers. The number 32 was not chosen by chance - this is exactly how many suburbs the English capital has. Interestingly, the 13th booth does not exist due to the superstition of the creators.

The opening of this attraction was timed to coincide with the beginning of the new millennium and took place on the last day of 1999. The London Eye was originally planned to be a temporary structure that would be dismantled in 2005, however, this Ferris wheel, from which almost the entire city is visible, quickly gained popularity among locals and tourists, becoming one of London's top attractions. Therefore, it was decided to leave him.

The wheel is located opposite the Houses of Parliament on the south bank of the Thames. The attraction is open all year round, with the exception of December 25th. Ticket prices range from 17 to 38 euros.

“I went here with my family on an excursion and we really enjoyed it. Thanks to the transparent capsule, it was possible to see everything around. In addition to visual impressions and indescribable delight, we received a lot of interesting information during the 30-minute excursion.”

Trafalgar Square


The largest and busiest square of the capital of Foggy Albion, located in its very center. It is here that the three main streets of Westminster meet: Mae, Strand and Whitehall.

Since the thirteenth century, there have been premises in which the royal hawks were kept, and later the royal stables were built. In the first half of the nineteenth century, the square was redeveloped and the National Gallery was built. The central architectural element is the 56-meter Nelson's Column, erected in honor of the famous admiral and topped with his monument. There are also four different sculptures located at the corners of the square.

Initially, Trafalgar Square was named after William the Fourth, in honor of England's victory in 1805 over the Franco-Spanish flotilla in the iconic Battle of Trafalgar.

“This is a rather small area when compared, for example, with Red Square in Moscow. However, this is an incredibly beautiful place with many sculptures and fountains, with its own unique atmosphere. It’s definitely worth visiting here.”

Madame Tussaud's London


The largest and most famous museum of wax sculptures, founded in 1835 by the Frenchwoman Marie Tussaud, who moved to London at the beginning of the nineteenth century. Over a thousand wax copies of a wide variety of people are collected here: from maniacs and serial killers to royalty and show business stars.

This is one of the most popular attractions in London, which not a single tourist who comes to the city passes by. During the existence of the museum, more than 500 million people visited here.

The museum is located on Marylebone Road, near Baker Street tube station. Visitors are accepted daily. Tickets start from £15.

“It’s impossible to get here during the daytime - you have to stand in line for several hours. Having put off going to the museum until the evening, I made the right decision, as I only waited about five minutes. However, even before closing there are a lot of people here, and in order to photograph some exhibit, you again had to wait patiently for people to leave. I really liked the museum itself: the sculptures are really masterfully made and look incredibly realistic.”

Tower of London


One of the main symbols and attractions not only of London, but of the whole of Britain. During its existence (since 1066), this building was used as a defensive fortress, a prison, a mint, a royal treasury, a weapons arsenal, an observatory and a zoo.

To this day, the Tower of London has managed to survive almost in its original form, and its main buildings are a museum with an armory, where the famous treasures of the British Empire are located. In addition to ancient buildings and artifacts, tourists are attracted to this London landmark by its inhabitants - crows, who remained to live here after the zoo was transferred to Regent's Park in 1831. There is a legend that the foundations of Britain will remain unshakable as long as the ravens remain in the Tower. The castle is guarded by 37 yeomen - royal guards.

The fortress is located in the historical center of London, on the north bank of the Thames. Tickets cost £10-£25.

“We bought tickets to the Tower in advance via the Internet - it’s cheaper and you don’t have to stand in lines. The most vivid impression of the excursion is, of course, visiting the treasury, especially for girls. Crowns, rings and other symbols of the power of monarchs are an amazing combination of beauty and greatness! At the exit from the treasury there is a souvenir shop, as well as a store for children, where you can buy interesting little things as souvenirs.”

Buckingham Palace


The building was built in 1703 for the Duke of Buckingham, and 59 years later it was purchased by King George III and began to be used as a private residence. The palace received the status of the official residence of monarchs only in 1837, when Queen Victoria was crowned, whose monument now stands in front of the palace entrance. During the reign of Victoria, Buckingham Palace was put in order and acquired the appearance familiar to everyone today. Also, many traditions appeared under her, which continue to be observed to this day. One of them is the mandatory raising of the royal standard if the monarch is in residence. But visitors from all over the world are primarily attracted here by another ritual - the ceremonial changing of the guard, which takes place daily half an hour before noon in the summer.

The palace itself, located opposite Pall Mall and Green Park, can only be entered during August-September, when the monarchs rest. Ticket price: 12-37 pounds sterling.

“The scale and luxury of this palace is amazing. Just think about it: 775 rooms! And all of them are decorated with the rarest materials, decorated with paintings, tapestries and sculptures. The changing of the guard is a fascinating spectacle, but the crowds of tourists with whom you have to fight for the right to see the action somewhat spoil the impression.”

The British Museum


The main British museum of historical and architectural orientation, second only to the Louvre in the world in terms of the number of visitors. It was founded by George the Second in 1753 at the behest of the naturalist and physician Hans Sloan, who during his life collected over 71 thousand various exhibits. Today, the British Museum's collection includes more than 13 million objects brought from all continents and representing human history from Paleolithic times to the present.

The museum is located in Bloomsbury, on Great Russell Street. Entrance for visitors is free.

“Large, beautiful and conveniently located building. But most of the exhibition is occupied by all kinds of plates, vases and jugs - a kind of museum for girls. Perhaps, only the Egyptian halls with mummies and sarcophagi were truly interesting to me.”

Tower Bridge


An iconic landmark of London, without which it is impossible to imagine a visit to the British capital. A drawbridge across the Thames was built in 1894 east of London Bridge due to increased traffic volumes. The structure is made of metal with stone cladding and is made in the form of a 244-meter long crossing with two support towers in the Gothic style. The designers provided for the possibility of pedestrians crossing the bridge through special galleries between the towers, located at a 44-meter height, however, now they serve as a museum and observation deck.

“One of the main London attractions that we simply had no right not to visit, and in the end we did not regret our time at all. There is an interesting museum inside; you can see how the lifting mechanism works. Well, and, of course, the view from the bridge is magnificent.”

London National Gallery


One of the most famous art museums in the world, the history of which began in 1824 with the acquisition of a collection of 38 paintings that belonged to a native of Russia, John Julius Agerstein. The gallery itself was opened later, in 1839. To date, over two thousand works of art written by Western European painters in the 12th–20th centuries have been collected here. All masterpieces are presented in the exhibition in accordance with chronology.

The National Gallery has several cafes where you can drink coffee and relax, souvenir shops and art shops offering a variety of souvenirs, books and copies of paintings from the gallery.

The museum is located in Trafalgar Square. Admission is free, but you can leave a small donation.

“A truly worthwhile place, a must-see even for those who do not consider themselves big admirers of painting. I couldn’t get around the entire exhibition in one day, so I returned on the second day and didn’t regret the time spent at all. I was pleased with the free entry."

Westminster Abbey


A majestic temple in the Gothic style, built with some interruptions from 1245 to 1745 in the London district of Westminster. Traditionally used as a place for coronation and wedding ceremonies of monarchs, as well as their burial.

Representatives of royal dynasties, clergy, noble people and writers found their peace in the abbey. It also houses the relics of Edward the Confessor in the hotel chapel named after him.

One of the attractions for tourists is the majestic throne on which British kings are crowned, located between the chapels of Henry the Seventh and St. Edward. There is a special niche under the seat into which the so-called stone of fate is placed, which is kept in Edinburgh Castle.

The Abbey is located in central London, near the Thames embankment and next to the Palace of Westminster. Ticket prices are £9–20.

“Undoubtedly, it’s worth visiting here once for a general understanding of English culture and history, but this place did not excite me. In essence, this abbey is one big cemetery.”

Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens


Hyde Park is one of the royal parks that are connected to each other and form a large-scale green area in the center of the British capital. It was given the status of a Royal Park in 1536 after the acquisition of these lands by Henry the Eighth for the purpose of hunting here. The park became accessible to citizens in 1637 after the construction of a kind of ring that separated the park itself from the gardens in the north. The park serves as a place for citizens to gather and discuss various topics. In the very center there is a large lake, the Serpentine, where swimming is allowed.

Kensington Gardens is another royal park, located next to Hyde Park and until 1728 was part of the latter. The main attraction is the modest Kensington Palace, where Queen Victoria was born. Also eye-catching is the large 180-foot memorial dedicated to Queen Victoria's husband, Prince Albert the First, and a statue of Peter Pan. In addition, there is the Serpentine Museum of Contemporary Art, which occupies the premises of a former tea pavilion.

“A great place for walks and relaxation in nature from the bustle of the city. I was amazed by the number of paths for walking, running, cycling and horseback riding. If you have free time, it’s definitely worth a look here.”

London is a universal tourist city that will be interesting to anyone, regardless of their interests, preferences and temperament. Simply because there is everything here - from ancient castles with a thousand-year history to ultra-modern discos where the world's best DJs play. The best time to visit the British capital is from April to September.

What should an English lesson be like? How to give an interesting lecture in English? We will talk about this and much more today, dear readers. Let's devote our conversation to the topic of the English lesson about the capital of Great Britain, London. This topic is found in all classes of the English language school curriculum. That is why it is relevant and will be of interest to those who teach or study English.

How to teach an English lesson about the capital of Britain - London?

We all know the phrase from school: London is the capital of Great Britain - London is the capital of Great Britain. An English lesson on this topic (Lesson about London) is a type of lecture on civilization and culture. Such an English lesson (like all others) must be comprehensive, all the main stages of the lecture must be followed.

The lesson can be combined or a lesson on new material, or it can be integrated (connection with other school subjects). It is advisable that the outline of your English lesson be detailed and detailed. This will make your task easier during the lesson. If you are pressed for time, you can jot down a short summary of the lesson with the main points. The summary should contain the following steps:

  • Organizing time
  • Checking homework
  • Explanation of new material
  • Consolidation
  • Homework assignment
  • Assessment

Don't forget to work on points such as:

  • Forms and methods of work
  • Your Lesson Objectives
  • Didactic material
  • Time of each activity.

In principle, each teacher builds his lesson the way he wants. But the basic steps must be followed.

Travel to London

London is a very beautiful and interesting city. It has beautiful architecture, sights, interesting people. It represents Britain as a whole. An English lesson on the topic of London can really be organized as an exciting trip to the capital of Great Britain. Let your English lesson be lively and bright, full of colors and rich in various kinds of didactic material.

You can start the lesson with an epigraph or several epigraphs on the topic of London. These could be proverbs or statements of famous people about the capital of Great Britain. Invite the children to read them, translate, comment, and express their opinions. We bring to your attention several such quotes with translation:

  • “When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life; for there is in London all that life can afford.” (Samuel Johnson) - When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life; because London has everything life has to offer
  • “How can you ever be late for anything in London? They have a huge clock right in the middle of the town." (Jimmy Kimmel) - How can you be late for anything in London? After all, there is a huge clock right in the middle of the city
  • "A city like London was always going to be a paradox." (China Mieville) - A city like London has always been a paradox.

Next, read with your students some interesting text or dialogue on our topic. Let it contain interesting information regarding the capital of Great Britain, about the sights of this city, about its inhabitants, about its holidays.

Don’t forget to prepare a Power Point presentation, pictures, posters and posters with views of London, video and audio materials for such a lesson. The child must perceive information visually and auditorily, so it is better and longer retained in memory.

Don't forget to include vocabulary work in your lesson, as the child should leave the lesson with a certain amount of vocabulary on the topic. You can also touch on all aspects of language learning little by little. Reading, translation, writing, a couple of grammar lessons, etc. Try to include words on the topic everywhere.

Everything you need to know about an English lesson and its stages

Let's discover the sights of London!

If our lesson is dedicated to the topic of the British capital, namely The City of London, then we cannot do without mentioning the sights of this city. The children will be interested to hear a short story about these species, as well as see them on the screen or on an overhead projector. And if you have the opportunity to show a short educational film about the sights of this wonderful city, then that’s just wonderful!

We offer you a list of the main London attractions in English with translation:

  • Big Ben - Big Ben. The famous clock tower, the ringing of which can be heard throughout London
  • Buckingham Palace - Buckingham Palace. Residence of the British Queen Elizabeth II
  • Tower - Tower. Former residence of British kings
  • Tower Bridge - Tower Bridge. Swing bridge in central London over the River Thames, near the Tower of London
  • Hyde Park - Hyde Park. Hyde Park is famous for the fact that anyone can give a speech in the center of the park
  • London Eye - London Eye. The famous Ferris wheel
  • Albert Hall - Albert Hall. World famous concert hall
  • Changing of the Guards - Changing of the guard. The famous Changing of the Guard ceremony that takes place every morning in front of Buckingham Palace
  • The Thames - Thames. The river on which London is located
  • The Royal Theater Covent Garden - Royal Theater Covent Garden. The world famous royal theater.

London offers these and many other attractions to its guests.
You can show them on slides in a presentation or on posters. Children will have a lot of fun looking at the slides and learning something about them at the same time.

Distribute pictures of these attractions with captions in English on their desks, let the children read them several times and remember them. You can also make sentences in English about these views of the British capital.

What methods can help us?

Many may wonder what forms and methods of work can be used in such a lesson? First of all, visual and audit methods are suitable here, of course. The child must see all the sights and hear their names in English. You can use the method of a short survey based on what you saw/heard.

The method of conversation/discussion is also important. And, of course, since we are dealing with children, we cannot do without the play method. After all, it has long been known that a child perceives everything more easily and effectively through play. More games, especially on such a topic as the capital of Britain - London (London - the capital of Great Britain). Play a guessing game with them in English, as well as who can name the most attractions, etc.

An English lesson can be made even more fun and educational by introducing integrated Elements into it. An integrated lesson is a connection between a subject (in our case, English) and other school subjects. If our topic concerns the area of ​​civilization, then this lesson can be associated with history. After all, we tell the story of the emergence of London as a city, the history of its attractions in English.

You can also connect this lecture with fine arts by asking the children to draw a landmark they like, or to depict a map of London. In general, you can use whatever you want here!

Well, that's all the advice we wanted to give you on teaching a lesson about London. We wish you good luck and may your lessons be the most interesting!

The capital of Great Britain is full of popular and world-famous tourist attractions, both educational and entertaining. Most of them are located close to the river Thames, others are in different parts of London and in its suburbs. The city was founded about 2,000 years ago, so there are a lot of interesting historic and architectural sights.

Big Ben is the most famous iconic clock tower of the Houses of Parliament. Behind this long and beautiful building stands medieval Westminster Abbey where many historic weddings, coronations and burials took place. The Tower of London has rich history as a royal palace, a fortress, a prison and a place of execution. Not far from the Tower guests can see the magnificent architecture of St Paul’s Cathedral, originally designed by Sir Christopher Wren. In the middle of Trafalgar Square tourists stop to admire a 52-meter Nelson’s column dedicated to Admiral Lord Nelson. Buckingham Palace has been the official residence of British monarchs since the reign of Queen Victoria.

London is famous for its wonderful museums and art galleries. In British Museum one can see ancient paintings, sculptures and even Egyptian mummies. London's National Gallery has the greatest collection of paintings of Van Gogh, Leonardo da Vinci, Renoir and many others. The Natural History Museum boasts its fabulous dinosaur exhibition. Tate Modern is a unique museum with the works of Picasso, Dali and other modern artists. The Science Museum is a technology thought-provoking museum with interactive galleries dedicated to many fields of science: from space travel to psychology.

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The UK's capital is full of popular and world-famous tourist attractions, both educational and entertainment. Most of them are located near the River Thames, others are in different parts of London and its environs. The city was founded about 2000 years ago, so there are many interesting historical and architectural sites.

Big Ben is the most famous iconic clock tower in the Houses of Parliament. Behind this long and beautiful building stands the medieval Westminster Abbey, where many historically important weddings, coronations and burials took place. The Tower of London has a rich history as a royal palace, fortress, prison and execution site. Not far from the Tower, guests can see the magnificent architecture of St. Paul's Cathedral, originally designed by Sir Christopher Wren. In the center of Trafalgar Square, tourists stop to admire the 52-meter Nelson's Column, dedicated to Admiral Nelson. Buckingham Palace has been the official residence of British monarchs since the reign of Queen Victoria.

London is famous for its wonderful museums and art galleries. In the British Museum you can see ancient paintings, sculptures and even Egyptian mummies. The National Gallery in London houses the greatest collection of paintings by Van Gogh, Leonardo da Vinci, Renoir and others. The Natural History Museum boasts a delightful dinosaur exhibition. Tate Modern is a unique museum with works by Picasso, Dali and other contemporary artists. The Science Museum is a hands-on, thought-provoking museum with interactive galleries covering many areas of science, from space flight to psychology.

When it comes to entertainment, it's impossible to get bored in London. Traditional English parks and gardens are considered the best places for a relaxing holiday. Favorites among tourists were Kew Gardens, Hyde Park, St. James's Park, Green Park and Kensington Gardens. Right in the heart of the capital you can find London Zoo and Aquarium. At Madame Tussauds, visitors come face to face with hundreds of celebrities, from Shakespeare to Lady Gaga, as it houses an amazing collection of wax figures. The Warner Bros. Studio Tour is an incredible tour of the history of the magical Harry Potter films. The London Eye is a giant Ferris wheel that takes visitors in one of its capsules on a thrilling adventure above the city and its attractions.