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London: The Past, Present and Future

A huge part of London's visible history has been destroyed by centuries of fires, rebuilding and modernization. Even with these events, without a doubt, London is an icon of the past, present and future. To this day, the London museums, monuments and the Royal Family maintain the eccentric prestige of London's ancient and imperial history.

During the Industrial Revolution, London was the most polluted city in the world. The London Fog killed many people and the Parliament moved away from the River Thames due to the stench. Through the years, London eventually cleaned up its streets but a story can still be told about the old London atmosphere of poverty and wealth, doldrums and brilliance. Those realities make London fascinating and unique.

If you want to see how the city of London reinvents itself, you may be interested in taking a look at the Tate Modern Museum. The museum is housed in the old Bankside Power Station. This is an industrial, factory-like building with sharp edges and a smokestack exterior. From the Tate Modern, the Millennium Bridges stretches across the River Thames. And the elegant St. Paul's Cathedral can be seen in the distance. Down the embankment London, you will find Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, the face of old English literature and a modern nod to London's cultural identity.

London has a range of natural settings within the large metropolitan city such as the Hyde Park with the Serpentine Lake running through its centre. The Hyde Park is in use for public events and personal enjoyment. The beautiful Kensington Gardens can be bound on the other side of the Hyde Park.

Londoners like to consume and indulge, because of this the nightlife is never ending. In the early evening, pubs are full of friends and party-goers to start a night out into town. Restaurants are booked until midnight and offer an excellent dining experience. You will indulge in all that the city of London has to offer during your stay in London, but do try to schedule some sleep throughout your journey.