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London is one of the world's most fascinating cities, with visitors from every corner of the globe drawn to its wealth of cultural and leisure attractions. It is also one of the Europe's leading commercial centres where movers and shakers come to do business and clinch deals. The city groans under the weight of foreign banks, a throbbing stock exchange, a buoyant economy, five airports and the very highest quality telecommunications. |
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Hyde Park |
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Henry VIII acquired Hyde Park in 1536.The
park covers 630 acres, and includes some of London's most well-known
tourist spots. At Speaker's Corner, you can hear a wide variety of
people from Britain and abroad exercising their right to free speech.
The home of Lady Dianna - Kensington Palace- stands at the West side of the park. The Serpentine Lake is found in the park. |
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Kew Gardens |
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the Royal Botanic Gardens in Kew, there are 300 acres of beautiful
gardens, with six glasshouses to visit including the Evolution House. The
Gardens are open daily from 9.30am. Closing time varies according to the
time of year, but it's not earlier than 4pm or later than 7.30pm. For
exact times call the Gardens on 020 8940 1171.Admission to the gardens is £5 for adults, £2.50 for children; during the last hour before closing, there is a reduced rate of £3 for all visitors. Kew Gardens are closed 25 December and 1 January.
The nearest Underground station is Kew Gardens and
you are also within easy reach of Richmond with its riverside pubs, antique
shops, village green and royal park
Recommended Internet Sites
Kew Gardens Official Site Official Visitor Information
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London Eye |
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The
British Airways London Eye - London's Giant Observation Wheel, finally
became operational in January 2000. Standing proud in
London's Jubilee Gardens, on the South Bank of the River Thames the
British Airways London Eye is a focal point of the Nation's celebration
of the New Century. The Wheel is the largest of its kind ever to be
built, at a height of 135m (450feet) and 1600 tons.