London, England: Historical Attractions
Trafalgar Square
Located right in the heart of London, Trafalgar Square is a gathering place that features numerous statues and fountains. It was opened to the public in 1844, and has since become an important tourist destination and the site of numerous festivities.
Whitehall
Found on the south side of Trafalgar Square is Whitehall, and that road is full of government offices and other significant buildings. This thoroughfare was named for a Palace that once stood on the site, but burned down in the late seventeenth century.
National Gallery
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Also found on Trafalgar Square is the National Gallery. The building was constructed in 1824 and today it hosts an impressive collection of art from the 1200s up until the twentieth century. The building’s front entrance is essentially the same façade that greeted patrons when it opened.
Churchill War Room
Another fascinating museum not to miss is the Churchill War Rooms. These rooms were built just ahead of the Second World War, and were used by Prime Minister Winston Churchill as a base of operations during the conflict.
Globe Theatre
London’s Globe Theatre is an important historical venue in the city. Today’s Globe is a reconstruction of the theater that hosted many of Shakespeare’s plays during his time. It is as close an approximation to the original theater as possible and acts as a gateway to the past.
St. Pancras Hotel
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While the St. Pancras Renaissance London Hotel is relatively new, the building in which it is housed has been in use since 1873. It was opened as the Midland Grand Hotel that year, and ran as such until 1935 when it became an office building. Finally in 2011, it was restored as a beautiful hotel that pays homage to the building’s rich history.
Corinthia Hotel
Another restored hotel is the Corinthia Hotel. This building originally served as a hotel, but was commandeered by the government in war years because of its proximity to other government buildings. Its status as an impressive luxury hotel was restored in 2011.
Old Royal Naval College
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The Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich is a vital piece of a UNESCO World Heritage site because of its stunning architecture and sprawling grounds. This building was originally designed as a hospital by famed architect Sir Christopher Wren in the late seventeenth century. In 1873 it became a naval college, and today it stands as an inspiring landmark of culture and history.
