London is not just a place of English lifestyle, diverse culture and Royalties. It is also known for its historical places where people can get a glimpse of what London or Britain is all about. Here are the top historical places in London that you can visit.
- 10 Downing Street. A government site where policies and governance takes place and a home of the prime minister.
- Hampton Court. Preserving rich history with lush environment and landscaped garden.
- House of Parliament. This is where the Big Ben, the famous clock tower, is located and is actually the Palace of Westminster.
- Royal Opera House. The place for classical entertainment like opera and ballet.
- Tower of London. Made of 20 towers, it holds the Royal Armouries and Crown Jewels.
- Buckingham Palace. This is the royal house of the queen and administrative monarchy.
- St. Paul's Cathedral. This is where Prince Charles and Princess Diana got married. It is also known as the second largest dome in the world.
- National Gallery. Housing the collection of Western European paintings from the back 13th century and 1900.
- British Museum. A place of Egyptian art and Greek/Roman treasures and antiques.