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The British Airways London Eye - London's Giant Observation Wheel, finally became operational in January 2000. Standing proud in London's Jubilee Gardens, on the South Bank of the River Thames the British Airways London Eye is a focal point of the Nation's celebration of the New Century. The Wheel is the largest of its kind ever to be built, at a height of 135m (450feet) and 1600 tons. Recommended Internet Sites Official British Airways Site - with webcam

St.Paul's Cathedral

Sir Christopher Wren designed this wonderful building, which was started 9 years after the medieval St Pauls had been burnt down in the Fire of London. He completed this masterpiece in 1711. It was hailed as the world's first Protestant cathedral and to this day dominates much of the City's skyline. You can climb up in to the Whispering gallery in the dome, where a whisper at one side carries right round the dome. Then up to the Stone Gallery giving a view over the city, and up to the Golden Gallery at the top of the dome.

The Tower of London built by William the Conqueror in 1078 to guard the river approach to London. It was restored in 1700, but the original part of the White Tower (so named because Henry III had it whitewashed both inside and out) still stands.

From 1322 onwards the Tower held prisoners suspected of plotting the downfall of the Monarch. Amongst the most famous prisoners held there were Anne Boleyn, Katherine Howard, Lady Jane Grey, the Earl of Essex and the young princes, Edward V and Richard of York. The last prisoner was the Nazi, Rudolph Hess. He was held from 17-21 May 1941.
Today, the Tower is probably best known as the home of the Crown Jewels.

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The Tower Of London

Trafalgar Square

London's most famous square situated in the very heart of London, filled with tourists feeding pigeons! In the center stands Nelson's column, commemorating the battle of Trafalgar. The National Art Gallery stand on one side of the square. St Martins In The Fields offers afternoon concerts, and has a coffee shop in a crypt as well as a coffee shop.

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Panoramic View
The National Gallery

The London Dungeon is best known for its depiction of medieval torture and executions. Even adults have been known to scream when a frightening image lurks at you in the dark.

Among the different experiences is the exciting boat ride feature, Judgment Day, which casts the visitor in the role of the condemned. The spectacular Jack the Ripper experience is as chilling as ever, retracing the steps of the infamous London serial killer. Recommended Internet Sites
The London Dungeon - official site

Madame Tussaud's is an absolute must for all visitors to London- children and adults alike.

The life-like wax models of many famous and infamous characters are a true wonder.

Visit The Chamber of Horrors - . A spooky reconstruction of one of the streets of London stalked by Jack the Ripper forms the centerpiece of the exhibition. One of his six victims - Catherine Eddowes - lies in a pool of blood. Other scenes show mass murderers including John Christie, Dr Crippen, John George Haigh, Gary Gilmore, and Charles Manson.

The theme ride, which cost ten million pounds to complete, uses robotics to bring characters to life, recreating the sights, sounds and even smells of over 400 years of London's history. Visitors climb into a 'Time Taxi' and are transported on a historical journey to join Shakespeare working on a play, Queen Elizabeth in her court, and even craftsmen working on St Paul's Cathedral. The atmosphere of the Blitz, the Swinging Sixties and present-day London are all portrayed in this exciting ride.

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Official Site - including on-line ticket purchase to avoid the queues!
The Planetarium