It is one of the capitals of the world that is worth visiting just once in a lifetime.
London is a city of contrasts. Where the new dwells with the old, in a certain urban dysplasia that Prince Charles of England dislikes, but which became to be the hallmark of the city. At one end we see the historical monuments, the other the more modern buildings that dare to defy the ancient stones. Visiting this metropolis always involves using the subway, with its descent into hell; the stunning arises surrounded by billboards and well-marked mazes. It is not the infrastructure most elegant I've ever seen, as opposed to Lisbon, but it is the most efficient form of transport to get to know the city corners. During the visit I made to the capital of the UK in summer with temperatures well above normal for the British and enjoyable for ordinary mortals as Portuguese, my first stop was Baker Street, an icon of this city with the help of a certain detective created by Sir Conan Doyle, it is even possible to visit the home of Sherlock Holmes. In Trafalgar Square my favorite building stands tall, the National Gallery. It's a free museum, guarded by two imposing lions at the entrance, where we can enjoy some of the greatest works of art of the masters of painting and sculpture; it is must that one should extend in time. The collections are superb and the most curious is that each room is assigned to a patron, for example, one is dedicated to Yves Saint Laurent, which differs from the other by color. But there's more, I will add some monuments and sites that you simply have to visit, Big Ben is imperative, of course! Across the street, overlooking is the English parliament building, curious is the gate of the sovereign; Elizabeth II has passes through this door to the exclusive opening ceremony of the parliamentary year. If you are a lover of politics, there is the possibility to attend a session at the house of commons.
Another must is the Tower of London, where many noble literally lost their head, honor and property. The also famous Beefeaters elucidate visitors from all over the world about its past, not very happy one, in a very fun way. Attractive is the museum of natural history, with its imposing hall packed with dinosaurs. It is a great place for families. It's just fun. And more must-see monuments, I will not speak off, sounded like yoda, because is easy to find out. I will do so, a script in the opposite direction. One of the places that fascinated me the most was Camden. One of the most famous worst areas of London, but at the same time the most loved by the late singer Amy Winehouse. It is clearly a place of contrasts, before reaching the market, there is a street covered with brightly colored buildings, where you can find everything .Young entrepreneurs who show their work, multi-brand stores, second-hand clothing and the result is a panoply of colors and textures that ends at the city's largest covered market in this space there is a wider range of services I have ever seen before. They sell everything from art, decor, books, tools, and the food. The amazing aromas pump from the four corners of the world. The food is cheap and delicious, simply choose the country, and embark on a journey through your taste buds.
Portobello Road is another type of market, this time outdoors, which sells antiques. There are objects for all prices and portfolios, is a veritable bath of crowds, because it is a very British cultural habit to find a reference bibelot at a ridiculous price that ultimately cost a fortune at an antique store. It is one of the favorite pastimes of the English, buy porcelain with floral motifs and ugly little dogs. In the vicinity of this area, it is always worth peeking small vintage clothing stores. One of my great passions. These spaces are literally crammed with clothes and shoes from designers at affordable prices. The paradise of fashion addicts. Another place of worship is the Waterstone's Piccadilly. Imagine thousands of books for sale, and not only in English at unbeatable prices. Leaving just upset you. It is the cathedral of book lovers.
On the other side of town (only possible thanks to the tube) visited the neighborhood of Notting Hill. Yes, that's the one from the movie with Hugh Grant. I spent hours looking for the famous bank, not because of me, mind you, but my friend wanted to sit in this place of worship of the hopeless romantics. We found out the place and guess what? Is it necessary to climb the iron gate to gain access to the seat. An unlike a certain American actress we decided we didn’t want to imitate the gesture. Julia Roberts may be fined at will, because she can afford it, is quite another thing two remedied Portuguese women be caught by the police and have to bear a fine in pounds, for the invasion of private space just because of a movie. Covent Garden is the ideal place for lovers of music, dance and theater. There is always entertainment in the streets, just sit. At the end help the artist with a coin. We can visit also the Royal Opera House and the Cathedral of St. Paul. The Soho and West End are on the doorstep. So to speak. Imagine watching the phantom of the opera, mama mia or even the musical Mary Poppins, many shows at your disposal. There is also room for humor with bars with stand-up comedy. And end this 360 degree turns up in almost the same place. There was more to say, well, next time!
