Being the abode of the royal family, London enjoys the significance and value that the blue blood has given to it. Commemorating the Royal family, its achievements, and; memories there are several statues and monuments that remind us of certain instances that happened in the past. These statues can be easily found all around the city and have now become a must-visit tourist spot.
2. Explore London through its
Statues
One of the oldest cities on earth, London has some of the world’s most
popular historical places. Brimming with royalty, this city abundantly offers a
rich and great historical background for all.
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Being the abode of the royal family, London enjoys the significance and
value that the blue blood has given to it. Commemorating the Royal family,
its achievements, and; memories there are several statues and monuments
that remind us of certain instances that happened in the past. These statues
can be easily found all around the city and have now become a must-visit
tourist spot.
To make your London Statues Tour easier, we’ve jotted down a few statues
that you must definitely visit.
3. The Victoria Memorial
Located right in front of Buckingham Palace, The Victoria Memorial is designed by Sir
Thomas Brock. The memorial was built to commemorate the demise of Queen Victoria in the
year 1901. The structure is 25 meters high and is a cluster of statues representing courage,
truth, charity, victory, constancy, and motherhood. The Victoria Memorial is just tube away
from one of the budget hotels in Kensington in central London.
How to get there?
You can easily get there by jumping on any of the below-mentioned tubes;
• St. James Park Station Victoria Station Charing Cross Station
• Hyde Park Corner Station Green Park Station
4. Boudicca
Created in the Victorian era, the bronze sculpture standing amidst the House of Parliament –
Boudicca – is one of a kind. The statue commemorates the queen of the Celtic Iceni people
standing confident with her daughters to fight against Rome. The warrior Queen took charge
and raised a revolt against the force of the Roman empire. Although she was defeated, her
might and strength are still remembered.
How to get there?
The nearest tube stations to the Boudicca statue are Waterloo and St. James Park. You can
also commute there by the nearest bus stations such as the Horse Guards Parade (N) and
many more.
5. Designed by Sir Christopher Wren and Dr. Robert Hooke, the Monument to the Great Fire to London was built to
remember the Great Fire of 1666. The 311-floored tower stands tall on the piazza between Monument Street and
Street Hill. Climb up to the top floor and experience the spectacular view of London from the clouds.
How to get there?
The nearest tube station from the Monument to the Great Fire of London is the Bank Tube Station (Waterloo, Central,
City, Northern, DLR); it’s just a 5-minute walk away. Another station that is about a 7-10 minutes’ walk away is the
London Bridge Tube Station.
The Monument to the Great Fire of
London
Designed by Sir Christopher Wren and Dr. Robert Hooke, the Monument to the Great Fire to
London was built to remember the Great Fire of 1666. The 311-floored tower stands tall on
the piazza between Monument Street and Street Hill. Climb up to the top floor and experience
the spectacular view of London from the clouds.
How to get there?
The nearest tube station from the Monument to the Great Fire of London is the Bank Tube
Station (Waterloo, Central, City, Northern, DLR); it’s just a 5-minute walk away. Another
station that is about a 7-10 minutes’ walk away is the London Bridge Tube Station.
6. Designed by Sir Christopher Wren and Dr. Robert Hooke, the Monument to the Great Fire to London was built to
remember the Great Fire of 1666. The 311-floored tower stands tall on the piazza between Monument Street and
Street Hill. Climb up to the top floor and experience the spectacular view of London from the clouds.
How to get there?
The nearest tube station from the Monument to the Great Fire of London is the Bank Tube Station (Waterloo, Central,
City, Northern, DLR); it’s just a 5-minute walk away. Another station that is about a 7-10 minutes’ walk away is the
London Bridge Tube Station.
Nelson’s Column
Built in 1805, Nelson’s Column was constructed to honor the late naval idol Admiral Horatio
Nelson who won the Battle of Trafalgar during the Napoleonic war. It is located in the middle of
Trafalgar Square and has a view of the Houses of Parliament and Whitehall. Trafalgar Square is
very near to Park City Grand Plaza Kensington located in central London.
How to get there?
The nearest tube station near Admiral Horatio Nelson is the Covent Garden Station in Charing
Cross.
7. Designed by Sir Christopher Wren and Dr. Robert Hooke, the Monument to the Great Fire to London was built to
remember the Great Fire of 1666. The 311-floored tower stands tall on the piazza between Monument Street and
Street Hill. Climb up to the top floor and experience the spectacular view of London from the clouds.
How to get there?
The nearest tube station from the Monument to the Great Fire of London is the Bank Tube Station (Waterloo, Central,
City, Northern, DLR); it’s just a 5-minute walk away. Another station that is about a 7-10 minutes’ walk away is the
London Bridge Tube Station.
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