Top places to visit in London

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  1. Buckingham Palace – the official residence of the British monarch and a symbol of royal power and tradition. Visitors can watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony, tour the palace’s lavish State Rooms, and stroll through the palace’s beautiful gardens.
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  2. The British Museum – is one of the world’s largest and most comprehensive museums, with a collection of over 8 million objects spanning thousands of years of human history. Visitors can see ancient Egyptian mummies, Greek and Roman sculptures, and artifacts from around the world.
  3. The Tower of London – a historic castle that has served as a royal palace, prison, and fortress for over 900 years. Visitors can see the Crown Jewels, tour the medieval walls and towers, and learn about the tower’s gruesome history.
  4. The London Eye – a giant Ferris wheel that offers stunning views of the city from a height of 443 feet. Visitors can take a ride on the wheel, which takes about 30 minutes to complete, and see famous landmarks like the Tower Bridge, Buckingham Palace, and St. Paul’s Cathedral.
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  5. Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament – also known as the Palace of Westminster, is the seat of the British government and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visitors can take a guided tour of the historic building, see the famous Big Ben clock tower, and attend parliamentary debates and events.
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  6. St. Paul’s Cathedral – A famous 17th-century church, designed by Sir Christopher Wren, with a dome that offers views of the city.
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  7. The Tate Modern – one of the world’s leading modern and contemporary art museums, with a collection of over 70,000 works by artists such as Picasso, Warhol, and Matisse. Visitors can explore the museum’s vast galleries, attend exhibitions and events, and enjoy stunning views of the Thames River from the top floor.
  8. The West End – The heart of London’s theater and shopping district, home to popular shows such as “Hamilton” and “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” and the famous Oxford Street shopping area.
  9. Camden Market – A popular market in North London, known for its street food, alternative fashion, and live music.
  10. The Tower Bridge – is one of London’s most iconic landmarks, with its stunning Gothic-style towers and drawbridge that opens to allow large ships to pass through. Visitors can take a tour of the bridge’s upper walkways and see panoramic views of the city from the glass floor.
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