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London Monuments and Places
Piccadilly Circus
• A square that is the symbol and the heart of London.
• The statue of Eros can be found here.
• It’s a busy meeting point and a tourist attraction.
• Shopping and entertainment area.
St Paul’s Cathedral • It’s the second largest church in the world.
• Prince Charles married Lady Diana Spencer here.
British Museum • One of the most important museums in the world.
• It contains rich collections from all over the world and has become one of the best libraries.
Westminster Abbey • It’s the London Royal Church.
• All the Kings and Queens have been crowned here in the “Coronation Chair”
Buckingham Palace
• Official residence of the Queen and the Royal Family when they are in London.
• The Changing of the Guard (a colourful ceremony) takes place in front of the Palace.
TOWER OF LONDON • It was built to be a fortress, then it was a prison and it was even a zoo! today a museum where the Crown Jewels it’s are kept.
• Its guards are the Beefeaters.
Tower Bridge
• It’s the lowest bridge over Thames.
the river • It opens and closes when ships pass.
Big Ben
• Famous clock tower in London near the Houses of Parliament.
• It was named after the first commissioner of works Sir Benjamin Hall.
Houses of Parliament
• The Parliament meets here • It’s Thames.
located in Westminster on the north bank of the river