Nov 3, 2008
Little was known of the early inhabitants and of the site that was to become London (Latin, Londinium) since there never has been that much strong evidence obtained to support early claims and theories. The events surrounding the founding of the city were only documented in A.D 43, during the reign of Claudius, when the Romans once again invaded Britain. The victorious battle by the invaders led to the founding of a north bank settlement of the Thames, where strategically the spot ... Read More
Apr 25, 2008
Above: London Bridge in the night When children from all over the world sing to the tune of the London Bridge nursery rhyme, little do they know that this is filled with true London history. Wooden Bridge London Bridge is one of the more famous landmarks in London. It goes way back during the times [...]
Above: London Bridge in the night
When children from all over the world sing to the tune of the London Bridge nursery rhyme, little do they know that this is filled with true London history.
Wooden Bridge
London Bridge is one of the more famous landmarks in London. It goes way back during the times of the Roman occupation of England during the first century. Take note of the lyrics.
On the second stanza that talks about a bridge that was made of wood and clay:
Build ... Read More
Apr 17, 2008
Above: Inside The RItz London is one of the most romantic cities in the world. And these five places are some of the best in the city when it comes to romance. ROMANTIC GETAWAYS 1) The Ritz You and you’re loved one should take an afternoon tea at the Ritz (pictured above) – a beautifully [...]
Above: Inside The RItz
London is one of the most romantic cities in the world. And these five places are some of the best in the city when it comes to romance.
ROMANTIC GETAWAYS
1) The Ritz
You and you’re loved one should take an afternoon tea at the Ritz (pictured above) - a beautifully sophisticated place that serves some of the world’s finest foods. The place is very private and yet service tends to every possible need. It is located at 150 Piccadilly. Booking ... Read More
Feb 14, 2008
Little was known of the early inhabitants and of the site that was to become London (Latin, Londinium) since there never has been that much strong evidence obtained to support early claims and theories. The events surrounding the founding of the city were only documented in A.D 43, during the reign of Claudius, when the [...]
Little was known of the early inhabitants and of the site that was to become London (Latin, Londinium) since there never has been that much strong evidence obtained to support early claims and theories. The events surrounding the founding of the city were only documented in A.D 43, during the reign of Claudius, when the Romans once again invaded Britain. The victorious battle by the invaders led to the founding of a north bank settlement of the Thames, where strategically the ... Read More
Jan 21, 2008
The image of business man in bowler hats is a classic image of the London business man, nowadays you can see this still especially walking down Fleet street. Let me fill you in about Fleet street in central London. A street were you can see new London and old London mixed side by side. Above: [...]
The image of business man in bowler hats is a classic image of the London business man, nowadays you can see this still especially walking down Fleet street. Let me fill you in about Fleet street in central London. A street were you can see new London and old London mixed side by side.
Above: Corner of Fleet Street and Chancery street by William Alexander 1767 - 1816
Called Fleet Street after the River Fleet
Center of the British Press till the 1980s
Still has ... Read More