„London-places that are worth visiting”

London is the capital of the UK. Is located in the south-eastern part of the country. It is the third largest city in Europe.

Big BenBig Ben is one of the symbols of Great Britain. This is the name of the 14-ton bell and the biggest clock in the UK. Clock design was chosen in a competition. The clock is very accurate.

Downing StreetDowning Street is a narrow street

where there are ministerial buildings. This is the one of the famous place in London. The street is closed from car traffic and tourists. Street was built and named in honor of Sir George Downing, military and diplomat.

Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace is official residence of the British

monarch. It is also the world’s largest royal palace which fully its original function. Interior of the palace is richly decorated. Inside, there are galleries of

Queen Elizabeth.

Natural History MuseumNatural History

Museum is one of the most famous

museums of natural history in the world. We can find there 32 million exhibits. The

most popular are simulations of

earthquake and galleries of

dinosaurs. In the main lobby is the

famous skeleton of diplodocus. The museum counts

1200 employees.

ParliamentThe Palace of

Westminster is seat of parliament. It is

situated on the River Thames. It

stands on the site of the palace of Edward the Confessor. This

building plays a huge role in the political and administrative life in the country.

Piccadilly CircusPiccadilly Circus is the most familiar square in London. Fountain with a statue of Anteros is located in the

middle of the square. Close to Piccadilly Circus is the Trocadero -

entertainment center, which includes cinemas, restaurants,

shops, arcades and casinos. This place is very beautiful after dark. It is a place recognizable around the

world as well as a meeting place for many Londoners.

Hyde ParkHyde Park is one of the many royal

parks in London. It is divided in two by the Serpentine Lake. It was founded in

1536. Since the nineteenth century, the park has become a popular meeting place for social and cultural events.

Hyde Park is the site of many concerts.

Tower BridgeTower Bridge is one of the most popular tourist attractions. This bridge was built in the Victorian

style. Horace Jones was the architect of this bridge. Its

characteristic feature are the two towers connected by two

bridges.This bridge is a unique place to admire the river

Thames. It is one of the most visited monuments immediately

after Big Ben.

Tower of LondonTower of London for hundreds of

years was the seat of the rulers of England. It is located on the northern banks of the River

Thames. Tower of London was also a prison from which there was no

escape. In the fortress are armour, jewels, insignia and numerous

weapons. The fortress is one of the best and most interesting sights of

London.

The presentation was prepared by: Natalia Gałązka

Katarzyna Czempiel