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Introduction of tourist attractions in London, England

The tourist attractions in London are: British Museum, Buckingham Palace, Tower Bridge, London Eye and Westminster Abbey.

1, British Museum

The main collections of the British Museum come from the Middle Ages, especially from ancient Egypt, ancient Greece and Rome, as well as a large number of precious cultural relics in Asia, the Middle East, Africa and America. The three treasures in the town hall are the Rosetta stone originated in Egypt, the historical map of women originated in China and the Elgin marble sculpture originated in Greece.

2.buckingham palace

Buckingham Palace, located in Westminster, London, was built from 1703 to 1705. It is now the place where the Queen of England works and lives in London, the administrative headquarters of the royal family, and one of the few royal palaces still in use in the world today. Like the famous Parliament Building, Tower Bridge and red double-decker bus, it is a symbol of London and even the whole UK.

3. Tower Bridge in London

Tower Bridge is located at the mouth of the Thames in London. It is one of the landmark buildings and a symbol of London. It is a suspension bridge across the Thames and an open bridge. When a 10,000-ton ship crossed the Thames, the bridge slowly separated and folded. After the ship passed, the bridge body slowly descended and the traffic resumed.

4. London Eye

The London Eye, also known as the Millennium Wheel, is located on the south bank of the Thames in London. It was built in Britain to celebrate the arrival of the year 2000. This giant ferris wheel is 135 meters high and overlooks London from above. If you choose to ride at dusk, the romantic sunset on the Thames will be unforgettable.

5. Westminster Abbey

Westminster Abbey, also known as Westminster Abbey, is located on the north bank of the Thames in London. It is an Anglican church, and it is also the place where kings were crowned and royal family members held weddings. Prince William's wedding was held here. It is also the British national burial mausoleum. Besides members of the royal family, many celebrities including Newton and Churchill are also buried here.

Reference to the above content: Baidu Encyclopedia-London