Tate Britain

The Tate Britain Gallery received its popular name from its founder Sir Henry Tate who was the first of the Tate gallery network. The Tate Britain Gallery opened its doors the first time on 21 July 1897 such as the National Gallery of British Art. This gallery has temporarily displayed British art collections and modern art collections before the Tate Modern opened its doors. Now, the Tate Britain shows a collection of British artworks from the year 1500 until today. The Clore Gallery which is located in the Tate Britain offers various artworks of J.M.W. Turner.

Westminster Cathedral

The Westminster Cathedral is also called 'A Series of Surprises' because of its unique architecture, mosaics and marble decorations. Furthermore, the famous Westminster Cathedral is dedicated to the most Precious Blood of Jesus Christ. The construction of the building began in 1895. The Westminster Cathedral has been designed in the early Christian Byzantine style by the Victorian architect, John Francis Bentley. The structure of the building was completed in 1903. The Brick built the vast domed interior which has the widest and highest nave in England and is decorated with mosaics plus 125 varieties of marble.

Westminster Abbey

The official full name of the Westminster Abbey is Collegiate Church of St Peter at Westminster. This building is a very popular tourist sight in London since coronations of the British monarchs take place at this place. Moreover, royal weddings and funerals take place there. The currently most known example is the funeral of Princess Diana which took place on the 6th of September 1997. In addition, many famous Queens and Kings of England are buried in Westminster Abbey such as Elizabeth I and her sister Mary I as well as Mary's son James I of England. In the 700-year-old Gothic church in this building are exhibits of royal and other funeral effigies. London travellers should not miss to visit this popular London sight which is only 10 minutes by walk away from the beautiful Lidos Hotel London.

Royal Mews

The Royal Mews are the stables of the Monarch, one of the finest working stables which exist. These stables provide an unique opportunity to learn more about the horses and carriages which play an important part in the Queen's official and ceremonial duties. In the 1820s when the Buckingham Palace became the main residence to King George IV, the stables moved to where they are now. Do not miss the chance to see the Royal horses in their beautiful harness as well as the state vehicles such as the Gold State Coach. Especially for children the Royal Mews offers interesting activities.



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