LONDON / POI 05
Photo: John Nail
Tower of London
Medieval Fortress and Crown Jewels
The Tower of London is a historic castle founded in 1066, known for its medieval history and the Crown Jewels. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Tower provides insight into London’s royal history, with guided tours led by Beefeaters who share fascinating stories about its infamous past.
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Tate Modern
Contemporary Art Museum
The Cartoon Museum
Unique Museum Celebrating Cartoons
Jubilee Gardens
Riverside Park by the London Eye
Admiralty Arch
Historic Arch and Gateway
Italian Gardens
Ornamental Gardens in Hyde Park
Hamleys
World’s Oldest Toy Store
More Historic Buildings spots
Brompton Cemetery
Historic Cemetery with Victorian Tombs
St. Dunstan in the East
Ruins of a Bombed-Out Church
Benjamin Franklin House
Historic Home of Founding Father
Horse Guards Parade
Historic Military Parade Ground
Wellington Barracks
Military Barracks by Buckingham Palace
Cutty Sark
Historic Clipper Ship