London Design & City Guide Vol.2

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THE BEST INTERIOR DESIGNERS AND EMERGING TALENTS. SHOWROOMS AND CONCEPT STORES. HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS TO GO. MUST VISIT MUSEUMS AND SHOPPING STREETS

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AN EXCLUSIVE SELECTION FOR INTERIOR DESIGNERS

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This guide was created to help you navigate the city and live the London experience to the fullest.

Explore the best UK talents: from top interior designers to emerging talents.

Where to go: the best hotels, restaurants and bars.

What to visit: from museums, shopping streets to the most iconic landmarks.

We hope you’ll enjoy exploring London with our city guide dedicated to the celebration of design.

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TRANSPORT INTERIOR DESIGNERS SHOWROOMS ARCHITCTURE EMERGING TALENTS BRANDS HOTELS RESTAURANTS BARS MUSEUMS SHOPPING STREETS LANDMARKS

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TRANSPORTS

The Underground is divided into nine zones: central London is covered by zone 1.

There are 11 Tube lines.

The Tube fare depends on how far you travel, time of day, and how you pay.

Oyster or contactless payments are the cheapest ways to pay for single fares.

Tube services usually run from 5am until midnight, with Night Tube services on some lines on Friday and Saturday evenings.

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INTERIOR DESIGNERS TAKE A LOOK AT OUR CURED SELECTION OF REVOLUTIONARY INTERIOR DESIGNERS WHICH REINVENT NEW CONCEPTS, MATERIALS AND EXCLUSIVE PIECES THAT HAVE INSPIRED THE WORLD OF DESIGN.

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NINA CAMPBELL Nina Campbell is one of the world’s most respected and influential interior designers. Renowned for her contagious wit and brilliant sense of style, her designs appeal to both young and old and sit well in both contemporary and traditional interiors.

Website: www.ninacampbellinteriors.com

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KELLY HOPPEN

FIONA BARRAT

Kelly Hoppen designs are not only focused in

Fiona Barratt Interiors was formed in 2006,

hospitality or residential but also in stunning

Fiona Barratt Interiors has grown into a suc-

yachts of private clients, as well in commer-

cessful and vibrant interior design business.

cial projects all around the world, including

The studio works on luxury residential and

restaurants, offices and aircraft.

commercial projects internationally.

Website: www.fionabarrattinteriors.com

KATHERINE POOLEY Photo Source: https://deringhall.com

Katharine Pooley creates incredible luxurious inspiring residential and commercial projects

Website: www.kellyhoppen.com

for the most discerning clients. Her refined yet eclectic aesthetic has earned her a position as one of the most sought-after interior designers

MARTIN KEMP

in London.

Website:www.katharinepooley.com

Martin Kemp Design is a highly creative design studio, producing some of the world’s

YOO

finest solutions for interiors, developments, architecture, yachts, private jets, cars, furniture and product.

YOO is a pioneering vision for living and the result of a partnership between property en-

Website: www.martinkempdesign.com

trepreneur John Hitchcox and the ubiquitous designer, Philippe Starck.

Website: www.yoo.com

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DAVID COLLINS

MINOTTI Minotti’s designs and philosophies been embraced by the dynamic interior design and

David Collins Studio is an interior design firm

architecture professionals who define Lon-

based in London. It collaborates with eminent

don’s thriving property and design industries

brands and businesses that represent the

and their charisma and passion is evident in

best in their field and with private clients that

the diverse palette of projects.

share the obsession with detail, innovation and functionality.

Website: www.davidcollins.com

1508 LONDON Photo Source: www.archiproducts.com

1508 London is a London based design studio that creates exceptional residences and

Address: 77 Margaret St, Fitzrovia, London W1W 8SY

interior spaces. The designs they produce are not formulaic or style driven but are derived from measured principles – and that’s what

MARTIN BRUDNIZKI

makes them different.

Website: www.1508london.com

STAFFAN TOLLGARD

Martin Brudnizki love for design started from a young age. His mother was a stylist and his father a mechanical engineer; the combination of these elements embedded a deep understanding of aesthetics alongside a grounding in functionality.

Staffan Tollgard Design Group offers an award-winning architectural interior design service for an international clientele. They work creatively and collaboratively to create

Website: www. mbds.com

bold, contemporary interiors that are eminently liveable.

Address: Grosvenor Waterside, Gatliff Rd, London SW1W 8QN

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SHOWROOMS DESIGN SHOWROOMS AND CONCEPT STORES PLAY AN ESSENTIAL ELEMENT FOR INTERIOR DESIGNERS. TAKE A LOOK AT THE MOST COVETED SHOPS AND SHOWROOMS IN THE CITY WITH THE BEST HOME DESIGN PRODUCTS, AS WELL AS AMAZING STORE INTERIORS.

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TOUCHED INTERIORS

KATHARINE POOLEY

The Touched showroom has been created to

Katharine Pooley design studio has succeeded to

give you a luxurious experience that you will

create bespoke interiors for the most discerning

remember for years to come. Not only can

clients. The companies refined yet eclectic aes-

you see designer furniture collections, luxury

thetic has earned a position as one of the most

lighting and accessories on display but also

sought-after interior design studios globally.

gain access to exclusive showroom products.

Address: 160 Walton St, Kensington, London SW3 2JL

Address: 26 Blackfriars Street. Manchester. Lancashire. M3 5JS

HARRODS Harrods offers straightforward Interior Design and home styling solutions, ranging from a single room furniture layout to full interior design.

Address: 87-135 Brompton Rd, Knightsbridge, Lodon

STAFFAN TOLLGARD Staffan Tollgard Design Group offers an award-winning architectural interior design service for an international clientele. They work creatively and collaboratively to create bold, contemporary interiors that are eminently liveable.

Address: Grosvenor Waterside, Gatliff Rd, London SW1W 8QN

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ARCHITECTURE UK HAS PROVIDED PLENTY OF NOTABLE ARCHITECTURAL TALENTS. MANY OF THEM TITLED, THESE ARCHITECTS HAVE ESTABLISHED SIGNIFICANT PRESTIGE, NOT ONLY IN THEIR HOME COUNTRY BUT ALSO ABROAD.

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ZAHA HADID Working with clients that have global reputations for excellence, Zaha Hadid Architects is developing transformational projects across six continents. They create transformative cultural, corporate, residential and other spaces that work in synchronicity with their surroundings.

Website: www.zaha-hadid.com

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WILL ALSOP

MARK BARFIELD ARCHITECTS

Will Alsop was a prominent architect and artist who established aLL Design in 2011. His core

Marks Barfield Architects is the award win-

values were innovation, expression and origi-

ning team behind the creation of the London

nality with an emphasis on enjoyment.

Eye. MBA brings a fresh approach, years of building experience & a commitment to sustainability & innovation.

Website: www.marksbarfield.com

DAVID CHIPPERFIELD

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Since its foundation in 1985, David Chipper-

Website: www.all-worldwide.com

field Architects has developed a diverse international body of work including cultural, residential, commercial, leisure and civic projects as well as master planning exercises.

WRIGHT & WRIGHT ARCHITECTS

PETER COOK

Wright & Wright is an award-winning architectural practice based in London. The prac-

Peter Cook has been a pivotal figure within

tice has built a strong portfolio of projects in

the architectural world for 50 years. He was

the UK for prestigious clients. A key element

a founder of Archigram, and was knighted in

of the practice’s work focuses on develop-

2007 by the Queen for his services to architec-

ing designs to support those with a range of

ture and teaching.

special needs.

Website: www.all-worldwide.com Website: www.wrightandwright.co.uk

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FOSTER + PARTNERS Foster + Partners is one of the most innovative architectures and integrated design practices in the world. The practice has pioneered a sustainable approach to architecture through a strikingly wide range of work, from urban masterplans to private houses and product design.

Website: www.fosterandpartners.com

Photo Source: www.archdaily.com

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EMERGING TALENTS LONDON DESIGN FESTIVAL IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO ENGAGE AND FIND A BUNCH OF BRAND NEW DESIGNERS. ASIDE FROM THE WELL-ESTABLISHED DESIGN BRANDS AND GLOBALLY RENOWNED NAMES, LOADS OF FRESH TALENTS INVADE LONDON TO LAUNCH THEIR FRESHEST COLLECTIONS. WWW.BOCADOLOBO.COM | INFO@BOCADOLOBO.COM 16

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STUDIO SWINE Creating works that straddle the spheres of art, design and cinema, Studio Swine explores themes of regional identity and the future of resources in the age of globalization. Their work combines deep contextual research and experimental use of materials.

Website: www.studioswine.com

Hair Highway – Studio Swine Photo Source: www.dezeen.com

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ZUZA MENGHAM

SABASTIAN COX

Heavily rooted in a preoccupation with ma-

Sebastian Cox founded his studio on the prin-

terials, her work explores the join between

ciple that the past can be used to design and

the recovery of traditional crafts and the cre-

make the future. He was obsessed by the way

ation of her own new methods of making.

generations of craftsmen had used a limited

Her work explores the relationship between

palette of biodegradable and renewable mate-

traditional artisanal know-how and her new

rials in a creative way.

ways of making.

Website: www.sebastiancox.co.uk

GILES MILLER STUDIO

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Giles Miller has built an international customer

Website: www.zuzamengham.com

base thanks to his visionary use of surface materials, from British Airways, Publicis, Selfridges, Ritz-Carlton Hotels to Hermes, Piper-Heidsieck

MARCIN RUSAK

Champagne and the London Design Museum.

Website: www.gilesmiller.com

The London-based artist and designer situates his work at the intersection of value, ephemerality and aesthetics. Marcin Rusak’s work oscillates from studying history to exploring contemporary patterns of consumption and industrial methods of manipulation.

Website: www.marcinrusakstudio.com

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FORTUNA Dining Table | Gold | 10 Seats w: 290 cm | 114,2” d: 133 cm | 52,4” h: 76 cm | 29,9”

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BRANDS BRITISH DESIGN BRANDS HAVE ALWAYS BEEN AT THE VANGUARD WITH PRODUCTS THAT FOLLOW THE FUNCTION BUT WITH CREATIVITY. DESIGNERS ARE TAKING RISKS BRINGING CLEAN-CUT, INSPIRED OR EDGY PIECES THAT ARE MORE THAN OBJECTS OF AESTHETIC VALUE.

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TOM DIXON

JIMMIE MARTIN

Tom is a restless innovator who works mainly

Jimmie Martin’s main focus is on hand paint-

in lighting, accessories and furniture. From his

ed pieces of furniture. They are best known for

departure point in the early eighties welding

transforming pieces of furniture into unique one-

salvaged steel into radical furniture, he has

off pieces that become personal to the clients.

constantly reinvented himself.

Website: www.jimmiemartin.com

Website: www.tomdixon.net

FRANCIS SULTANA

LINLEY

Francis Sultana is the go-to interior designer for international collectors, many of whom have

Founded by David Linley in 1985, LINLEY has a

major contemporary art and design collections.

world renowned reputation for fusing innovative design with superlative cabinet-making.

Website: www.davidlinley.com

DOSHI LEVIEN

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Website: www.francissultana.com/

Working across disciplines and industries, Doshi Levien’s work celebrates the hybrid and explores the coming together of cultures, technology, industrial design and fine craftsmanship.

OCHRE

Website: www.doshilevien.com

OCHRE creates objects of style and beauty which are both timeless and contemporary.

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The collection consists of furniture, lighting and accessories with emphasis on the use of high quality craftsmanship.

Website: www.davidlinley.com

BEAUMONT & FLETCHER Beaumont and Fletcher provides the Interior Design industry with a rare source of beautifully designed textiles, furniture and accessories, creating a truly individual style in a highly competitive industry.

Photo Source: www.beaumontandfletcher.com Website: www.beaumontandfletcher.com

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HOTELS AN INSIDER’S GUIDE TO THE TOP DESIGN HOTELS IN LONDON, FEATURING THE BEST FOR ECLECTIC INTERIORS, STRIKING ARTWORK, LUXURIOUS ROOMS, AND SPECTACULAR LOBBIES, IN LOCATIONS

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FOUR SEASONS HOTEL LONDON In a landmark of power and prestige, Four Seasons London provides a central city location, near the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, and the River Thames.

Address: Hamilton Pl, Park Ln, Mayfair, London W1J 7DR Website: www.fourseasons.com/londonhotels

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BULGARI HOTEL LONDON

ROSEWOOD LONDON This design hotel is famous for the popular Scarfes Bar and the magnificent restaurant

The Bulgari Hotel, London, situated in the heart

Holborn Dining Room. The main building has a

of Knightsbridge, features understated, poise

courtyard but just for hotel guests, the heaven

elegance with silver as the dominant theme,

of calm and relaxation.

contributing to Bulgari’s silversmith origins and Britain’s noble manufacturing traditions.

Address: 252 High Holborn, London WC1V 7EN Website: www.rosewoodhotels.com

Address: 171 Knightsbridge, London SW7 1DW Website: www.bulgarihotels.com

THE SAVOY

THE LANESBOROUGH

The Savoy, one of the world’s iconic hotels, has One of the most renowned hotels in London for

played host to royalty, world leaders and leg-

its amazing classic and luxury style and com-

ends of the stage and screen. A landmark hotel

fortable feeling, an excellent choice if you are

brilliantly reinvented for the 21st century where

looking for a 5-star hotel in London.

an unashamedly old fashioned glamour sparkles with a new luster.

Address: Strand, London WC2R 0EU Website: thesavoy.grandluxuryhotels.com

THE DORCHESTER

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The Dorchester, a splendid English luxury ho-

Address: Hyde Park Corner, Belgravia, London

tel, is located in upscale Mayfair close to Hyde Park. The hotel is truly representative of the

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British tradition offering the quintessence of refinement and elegance.

Address: 53 Park Ln, Mayfair, London W1K 1QA Website: thedorchester.grandluxuryhotels.com

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CORINTHIA HOTEL LONDON Perfectly located only steps from Trafalgar Square, Westminster, the River Thames and Covent Garden, Corinthia Hotel London combines grandeur and heritage with exquisite, intelligent design.

Address: Whitehall Pl, Westminster, London SW1A 2BD Website: www.corinthia.com

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RESTAURANTS LONDON IS THE NEW HOME OF INNOVATIVE AND IMPRESSIVE CHEFS. HERE YOU WILL FIND AN EXCLUSIVE RESTAURANTS’ SELECTION FOR RIGOROUS FOOD LOVERS. PLACES WHERE YOU WILL BE ABLE TO COMBINE UNFORGETTABLE FLAVOURS AND PRIVILEGED DESIGNS. WWW.BOCADOLOBO.COM | INFO@BOCADOLOBO.COM 30

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MARCUS

its myriad food, drink and entertainment styles since it opened.

One of London’s most acclaimed restaurants, Marcus combines two Michelin-starred cooking with a relaxed, contemporary space. Dining options include a la carte, classic and seasonal tasting menus.

Address: The Berkeley, Wilton Place, London SW1X 7RL Website: www.marcusrestaurant.com

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Address: 6-10 Bruton St, Mayfair, London W1J 6PU Website: www.squarerestaurant.com

THE SQUARE

HÉLÈNE DARROZE AT THE CONNAUGHT

The Square aims to provoke, surprise and delight. In an evolutionary approach to modern haute cuisine, Chef Clément serves artistic dishes with inestimable flair.

This two Michelin-starred restaurant is located in the elegant The Connaught Hotel and

Address: 6-10 Bruton St, Mayfair, London W1J 6PU Website: www.squarerestaurant.com

Darroze’s creativity and passion become even more famous here.

SKETCH LECTURE ROOM & LIBRARY Photo Source: www.opentable.co.uk

Conceived by French master chef Pierre Gagnaire and restaurateur Mazouz, it has

Address: Carlos Pl, Mayfair, London W1K 2AL Website: www.helenedarroze.com

attracted unprecedented media reaction for

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THE RITZ RESTAURANT Considered to be one of the most beautiful hotel dining rooms in the world, you can enjoy traditional English dishes like beef Wellington and roast chicken amongst marble pillars and bejeweled chandeliers at The Ritz Restaurant.

Address: 150 Piccadilly, St. James’s, London W1J 9BR Website: www.theritzlondon.com

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BARS TAKE A LOOK AT THE BEST SPOTS TO DRINK IN DESIGN’S CAPITAL. IT IS A CITY THAT OOZES CLASS AND THE FAMOUS FASHION HOUSES BOAST THEIR OWN ULTRA-CHIC BARS, RESTAURANTS, AND HOTELS, WHILST THE COCKTAIL BARS ARE AMONGST THE BEST IN EUROPE. WWW.BOCADOLOBO.COM | INFO@BOCADOLOBO.COM 34

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BAR TERMINI

THE BLUE BAR AT THE BERKELEY

Bar Termini does two things: coffee and cocktails. Coffee is overseen by Marco Arrigo, head

There are plenty of places to have a drink or a

of quality for Illy. Cocktails are supervised by

cocktail in London. But few can match the Blue

Tony Conigliaro, the alco-alchemist behind

Bar for wow factor. Spacious and impeccably

69 Colebrooke Row and Zetter Town House,

stylish, this is a bar whose sparkling energy is

among others.

sure to leave you spellbound.

Address: The Berkeley, Wilton Pl, Belgravia, London

DANDELYAN Photo Source: http://studioas-cc.com

Created by multi award-winning bartender Ryan Chetiyawardana to challenge the tra-

Address: 7 Old Compton St, Soho, London W1D 5JE

ditional bar set up and to create a bar that borrowed from the heritage of Sea Containers house and its iconic location along the River Thames.

ORIOLE The Oriole’s sumptuous space is an oasis of warmth, mystery and magic where for the space of an evening Londoners and visitors alike can enjoy a glorious sense of disconnection from the outside world.

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Address: E Poultry Ave, London EC1A 9LH

Address: 20 Upper Ground, South Bank, London SE1 9PD

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THE BLIND PIG The award-winning bar The Blind Pig has a relaxed, speakeasy vibe, offering creative cocktails, as well as fine wines and beers.

Photo Source: www.villaschweppes.com

Address: 58 Poland St, Soho, London W1F 7NR

CLARIDGE’S Champagnes and cocktails, served in style.

There is nowhere quite like Claridge’s Bar. To complement David Collins’s art deco-influenced interior, they have sourced an extensive collection of drinks – from rare champagnes to sought-after spirits.

Address: Claridge’s, Brook Street, Mayfair W1K 4HR

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MR. FOGG’S RESIDENCE Mr Fogg’s Residence was named after the famous adventurer, Phileas Fogg who is known for his exploration of ‘Around The World in 80 Days’. The bar is a clear reflection of this, hosting references to many lands.

Address: 15 Bruton Ln, Mayfair, London W1J 6JD

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MUSEUMS LONDON IS AN EXCITING HUB AND A PRIVILEGED CITY TO OBSERVE THE INSPIRING AND MOVING SCENE OF DESIGN AND ART. LOOKING FOR A CULTURE FIX IN THE CAPITAL? HERE ARE THE MUSEUMS AND GALLERIES THAT YOU ABSOLUTELY SHOULDN’T MISS IN LONDON. WWW.BOCADOLOBO.COM | INFO@BOCADOLOBO.COM 39

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TATE MODERN

SCIENCE MUSEUM

Tate holds the national collection of British art

The Science Museum’s world-class collection

from 1900 to the present day and interna-

forms an enduring record of scientific, tech-

tional modern and contemporary art. Is one

nological and medical advancement from

of the largest museums of modern and con-

across the globe.

temporary art in the world.

Exhibition Rd, Kensington, London SW7 2DD

Address: Bankside, London SE1 9TG,

V&A

THE DESIGN MUSEUM

The V&A is the world’s leading museum of art and design, housing a permanent collection of over 2.3 million objects that span over

The world’s leading museum devoted to con-

5,000 years of human creativity.

temporary design in every form from architecture and fashion to graphics, product and

Address: Cromwell Rd, Knightsbridge, London SW7

industrial design.

Address: 224-238 Kensington High St, Kensington, London W8 6AG

THE BRITISH MUSEUM The British Museum is a public institution dedicated to human history, art and culture.

Its permanent collection numbers some 8 million works.

Address: Great Russell St, Bloomsbury, London WC1B 3DG

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NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM The Natural History Museum in London is a natural history museum that exhibits a vast range of specimens from various segments of natural history.

Address: Cromwell Rd, Kensington, London SW7 5BD

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SHOPPING STREETS LONDON HAS DIVERSE SHOPPING STREETS, MANY OF WHICH HAVE THEIR OWN TOPICS OR SPECIALTIES. SHOPPING IN LONDON IS VERY APPEALING: FROM LUXURY GOODS TO QUIRKY DISCOVERIES TO POPULAR LONDON DEPARTMENT STORES INCLUDING HARRODS. WWW.BOCADOLOBO.COM | INFO@BOCADOLOBO.COM 43

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LANDMARKS LONDON HAS MORE THAN ITS SHARE OF ATTRACTIONS, NOT TO MENTION HISTORY. THE BRITISH CAPITAL IS ALSO AN ARCHITECTURAL GOLD MINE WHERE HISTORICAL LANDMARKS INTERMIX WITH SLEEK, 21ST CENTURY SKYSCRAPERS.

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LONDON EYE The Tower of London, officially Her Majesty’s Royal Palace and Fortress of the Tower of London, is a historic castle located on the north bank of the River Thames in central London.

Address: Lambeth, Londres SE1 7PB

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BIG BEN

WESTMINSTER ABBEY

The Houses of Parliament and Elizabeth Tower, commonly called Big Ben, are among London’s

A royal church in the center of London offer-

most iconic landmarks and must-see London

ing daily services for all and a World Heritage

attractions. Technically, Big Ben is the name giv-

Site with over a thousand years of history.

en to the massive bell inside the clock tower.

Address: 20 Deans Yd, Westminster, London SW1P 3PA

Address: Westminster, Londres SW1A 0AA

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KEW GARDENS

A royal church in the center of London offer-

Kew is London’s largest UNESCO World Heritage site offering unique landscapes and iconic archi-

ing daily services for all and a World Heritage

tecture from every stage of the Gardens’ history.

Site with over a thousand years of history.

Address: 20 Deans Yd, Westminster, London SW1P 3PA

TOWER OF LONDON

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The Tower of London, officially Her Majesty’s Royal Palace and Fortress of the Tower of London, is a historic castle located on the north bank of the River Thames in central London.

Address: St Katharine’s & Wapping, Londres EC3N 4AB

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ST. PAUL’S CATHEDRAL Situated near the River Thames and easily one of London’s most recognizable buildings, St, Paul’s Cathedral is one of the capital’s bestloved buildings.

Address: St. Paul’s Churchyard, London EC4M 8AD

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