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Maple Street London, London W1T 4BG United Kingdom |
This stalwart tower keeps London talking and is seen as both a monstrous blot on the skyline and a wonder of modern engineering. Whatever your opinion, with the majority of the city's mobile phone and internet usage controlled from this modern communications hub, formerly the Post Office Tower, it's essential for London life. The 540ft skyscraper with its huge, mushroom-shaped satellite dishes was the country's tallest building until the mundane NatWest tower eclipsed it in 1981 and can be viewed from far and wide. Unfortunately, following a bomb attack in 1971, the tower and its revolving penthouse restaurant are no longer open to the public. But its still worth taking a peek at if you're in the area - let's face it, you could hardly miss it. Oh, and by the way, its dark colour is not a result of car fumes, but is due to its tinted anti-sun glass. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Wonderful Waterway |
Regents Park Westminster London, England NW1 United Kingdom |
The Grand Union Canal connects London and Birmingham; the two largest cities in England. The canal spans 220 km and has 166 locks. Throughout its route, the scenery, architecture, and wildlife change and present a microcosm of each district it meanders through. In London, it travels through Regents Park and the London Zoo and is quite popular with locals and travelers alike. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sun-beds, salons and sauna |
Triton Square Regent's Place London, London NW1 3XB United Kingdom +44 20 7388 5511 http://www.holmesplace.co.uk/ |
Another in the Holmes Place chain, Regent's Place is a fashion-conscious fitness feast close to Warren Street tube station. Sun-beds, saunas, and a Charles Worthington hair salon are all on hand to make sure you come out of your workout or aerobics class looking your best. And after your workout, you can reward yourself with a delicious smoothie, sandwich or bowl of soup from Jus. Unfortunately, the gym isn't open to non-members, but if you can persuade someone to sign you in, you can enjoy the facilities at off-peak rates. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 History and culture |
129-131 Albert Street Camden London, London NW1 7NB United Kingdom +44 20 7284 1997 http://www.jewishmuseum.org.uk |
The Jewish Museum celebrates Jewish culture and life in Britain and worldwide. People of all faiths can enjoy the exhibitions tracing the origins, history, art and contemporary aspects of Judaism. The history gallery, ceremonial art gallery, audio visual educational programs and temporary exhibitions aim to educate and illustrate the different facets of history, the Jewish community and religious faith. Admission: £3 adults; £2 senior citizens; £1.50 concs. Closed on Jewish festivals and public holidays. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hotel health complex |
222 Marylebone Road The Landmark London London, London NW1 6JQ United Kingdom +44 20 7631 8010 / +44 20 7631 8000 (hotel) http://www.landmarklondon.co.u... |
The Landmark London's Health Club and Spa is open through the year. The gym is tiny and the club itself is a narrow maze of corridors. It has a small pool, which is mainly for leisure swimming, but lane swimming does take place at designated times. While it does not compare to some of the upmarket chain gyms, you are unlikely to find many other health clubs that offer complimentary fresh fruit and serve a light breakfast until 9a every day. The club also has single sex sauna, steam and therapy rooms. Six therapists are on hand to soothe your body with treatments such as Reiki, aromatherapy and Shiatsu. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Golden dome |
146 Park Road London, London NW8 7RG United Kingdom +44 20 7724 3363 http://www.iccuk.org/icc/about... info@iccuk.org |
This mosque in Regent's Park was built over 50 years ago. Architecturally, the building is stunning, with a 25-metre golden dome, marble floors and intricate mosaics. However, the mosque is not merely a showpiece; practically, it can accommodate 4,500 people for prayer meetings, which are held six times every day. The Islamic Cultural Centre is next to the mosque. This provides London's Muslim community with a reference library and concert hall, as well as being a place for meetings and educational outings for children. The Centre is also licensed to conduct wedding ceremonies. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A glittering array of stars |
Marylebone Road Madame Tussauds London, London NW1 5HT United Kingdom +44 870 999 0046 http://www.london-planetarium.... csc@madame-tussauds.com |
Completed in 1958, the London Planetarium became the first planetarium in Britain and remains one of the largest in the world today. It is a great place to lose yourself in outer space, watching the stars projected onto a huge copper dome. If it feels like you are truly in the sky rather than just looking up at it, it's because the star projector used was developed by the US space agency NASA. Interactive videos and live satellite links add to the overall high-tech effect. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 One of the world's most famous zoos |
Outer Circle Regent's Park London, London NW1 4RY United Kingdom +44 20 7722 3333 http://www.zsl.org/london-zoo/ |
The London Zoo has occupied the northeastern corner of Regent's Park since 1828. One of the most famous zoos in the world, it is reputed to contain over 8,000 different species, and the aviary is a firm favorite. The Web of Life Exhibition, housed in the brand-new Millennium Conservation Center, illustrates the bio-diversity in ecosystems as well as species. Locusts, field crickets and sea horses are among the 65 species displayed. This fun education exhibit is aimed at all age groups. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Spookily lifelike wax effigies |
Marylebone Road London, London NW1 5LR United Kingdom +44 870 999 0046 http://www.madame-tussauds.co.uk/ csc@madame-tussauds.com |
The famous waxworks museum, started by Madame Tussaud in 1835, are one of the most popular tourist attractions in London, and usually have queues to match. Now they've introduced a fast-track booking system, so you should be able to bypass the queues by pre-booking a time slot for a £1 surcharge. Madame Tussaud learned her trade making death masks during the French Revolution, and those of Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette are displayed beside the actual blade that beheaded them. There are wax models of the famous and the infamous from every walk of life, some of which are amazingly life-like. The Spirit of London exhibit is where memorabilia from London's past are on display. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Ayurvedic spa |
24 Linhope Street Marylebone London, London NW1 6HT United Kingdom +44 20 7402 3451 http://www.maharishiayurveda.c... mail@tm-london.org.uk |
This centre specialises in treatments that follow in the ancient Hindu medical tradition of Ayurveda (the science of life), which sanctions natural preventive cures for the mind and body. The Panchakarma treatment has got to be the ultimate detox and de-stressing treatment. It consists of a full body massage, herbal steam, herbal enemas and other treatments prescribed in your pre-session consultation. If this does not cleanse your body and relax your mind, nothing else will. If you not ready for a complete detox, then perhaps the relaxing One Day Wonder treatment will suit you better. The treatment, which involves a massage by two therapists and a forehead oil bath, lasts for about two hours and costs £130. The centre also sells Ayurvedic products and conducts Transcendental Meditation courses. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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400 acres of open park land |
The Store Yard Inner Circle London, London NW1 4NR United Kingdom +44 20 7486 7905 http://www.royalparks.gov.uk/p... regents@royalparks.gsi.gov.uk |
Regent's Park offers a variety of facilities and amenities for the public to enjoy, including tennis courts, a bandstand, an open air theatre, elegant gardens and children's playgrounds. London Zoo is just next-door. A short walk away is Primrose Hill, a popular neighbourhood that's popular with young and trendy families, actors, artists and other media folk. It is particularly steep and offers numerous hip bars and restaurants and a superb panorama of the London skyline. Queen Mary's Gardens is located within the park, and St. John's Wood Church Gardens is also nearby, offering an additional tranquil retreat off of Wellington Road. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Home of the world's most famous fictional sleuth |
221b Baker Street London, London NW1 6XE United Kingdom +44 20 7935 8866 http://www.sherlock-holmes.co.uk/ curator@sherlock-holmes.co.uk |
This building was not always blessed with the famous address of the world's most celebrated detective - its number was changed to 221b in honour of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's creation. The rest of the museum is also very true to the fiction. You can sit in Holmes' armchair, fiddle with his scientific experiments, and examine memorabilia from his adventures. Though a very charming reproduction of the Victorian era home described in the stories, this museum is a bit pricey. Dedicated Holmes' fans will enjoy their money's worth but everyone else will prefer spending their money elsewhere. Admission is £6 for adults and £4 for children below the age the age of 16. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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