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One of the most beautiful structures I have seen in Europe. Pack a picnic and make a day out of it. There is water running throughout the entire area. Just gourgeous.

Don’t miss it – you will regret it.

Worth visiting for a short period of time – If your umming and arring about this place over another (pick the other) its not one of my favourite places in Asia.

The only things worth seeing here is the zoo (its the best zoo in the world – its located in a jungle – do the night safari) and go to Little India. Oh also shopping on Orchard Road is ok.

I lived in London for 2 years and I fell in love with the city. Its just an amazing place, full of culture, history, beauty, a buzzing nightlife, gourgeous parks, interesting markets, everywhere you look there are amazing structures, restaurants, pubs, etc.

The things you dont want to miss:

Portabello Road – (Notting Hill – Saturdays)

Tower of London – (This is a great place to see – leave at least a few hours or even a full day to explore this area)

Camden Market (Crazy place – check out the underdog – it will surprise you – its like a zoo in there)

Trafalgar Square (Grab a sandwhich and sit in the middle of the square – and admire the surroundings)

Big Ben & Westminister (check opening times/days for Westminister before heading there)

Shakespear Globe Theatre (You can book tickets online and save – try and get some descent seats – its outdoor so make sure to wear proper attire)

Hyde Park (you can sunbake in your bra – and fit in with the locals)

Covent Garden (wander through the streets and you will find some great shops and cafe’s)

The best way to see London – just buy a daily tube pass (zones 1 – 3). Hop off and on – and you will find your own adventure around London. Buy the A – Z map (pretty much get it anywhere) it will be a good investment!!!!

If you have time to venture out of London go to Cambridge/Bath/Brighton/Devon.

The London survival kit:

There is no such thing as customer service: (especially in bars/restaurants – minimum wages are 5 pounds an hour – and living expenses are through the roof – so dont expect good service in most places)

There are no rubbish bins in Tube stations – for safety reasons

If you are flying into Heathrow airport – best way into town is to catch the tube – or you can catch the express which only takes 15 minutes or so.

Make sure you have your belongings secured at all times

Dont give way to people walking your direction – you will never get anywhere around London if you give way. Just charge through the crowds – dont make eye contact with anyone and people will move accordingly. Dont get offended if someone smacks into you and doesnt say sorry – no one has time to say sorry in London.

People think your weird in London if you smile. You will know what I mean when you get there!

Pret is a good place to get something to eat if you are on the go.

Birds in London are not scared of humans

Dont stand on the curb of the road – you will probably get run over.

If your not aware of your surroundings – i.e blocking a possible walk way route – prepare to be hated by locals.

Stay on the left hand side on the escalator!!!!

If you want information – just ask someone – people will usually jump if you approach them – but once they know your not a crazy person – they will be happy to help you out.