So I am in London, and am having a blast getting to know the city. Erika is being an amazing tour guide showing me the city sights. After a long travel day, a good day of sightseeing was definitely in order.England is very rich in culture and history. And although I am a loyal Tudors follower I can honestly say I am not overly familiar with the historical facts surrounding the entirety of the area. But none the less I can appreciate the fact that England has been around for a VERY LONG TIME (which may even be an understatement). The cultural and historical richness can be felt everywhere. I would describe the city as being 'historically modern'. From cobblestone pathways (not suited for heels) to incredibly beautiful modern architecture and public transportation mixed in with breathtaking historical sights like the St. Paul's Cathedral and St. James' Palace. Each place and area has it's very own atmosphere and feel. For my first time in Europe England was really a great city to start my travels in. The people are friendly, the food divine and my favourite part is being able to enjoy a glass of wine while walking throughout the city ;)
On Friday/Saturday we (below are some of the pictures from the day. I still have all week and will be doing a city tour one day and will be sharing those photos with you as well.
Here is what I did on Saturday:
- Ate at Strada Italian Restaurant
- Grazed through the Stalls at Borough Market (Enjoyed a homemade toasted cheese sandwich & homemade falafal)
- Enjoyed a glass of Prosecco while walking around the city
- Visited the Wine Museum called Vinopolis
- Walked across the Millenium Bridge
- Took a city bus
- Stepped inside the Southwark Cathedral
- Visited St. Paul's Cathedral
- Shopped at Topshop
- Walked around Picadilly Circus (similar to Times Square & Yonge & Dundas Square)
- Wondered around St. James' Palace
- Visited Barry Brothers and Rudd (the oldest wine merchant in London)
- Saw Buckingham Palace
- Enjoyed an Italian Dinner with another glass of Prosecco at Princi in Soho
- Listened to an amazing techno house band at Cargo (we bypassed an incredibly long line, b/c we got hooked up)
- Took a taxi home after stopping for some local fried chicken at 4am
Refilling a bottle of wine... sounds very eco-friendly to me! I took this shot as we were buying our Prosecco to-go!
Erika walking across the Millenium Bridge - it was a really windy day. That is St. Paul's Cathedral in the background.
Me standing out front of St. Paul's Cathedral
Erika standing outside St. James' Palace - a beautiful and amazing building.
Me standing outside of the classic London Telephone booth with a Double Decker bus in the background.
Me standing by one of the Buckingham Palace guards.
