Tower of London – a significant monument on the north bank of the River Thames
by eMarketingEyeTravelers can discover the attractions of this grand fortress and unravel the many tales associated with the Tower of London. There are several hallmarks that the palace can be proud of. Visitors can see some of the world’s extraordinary arms and armor chosen from the treasuries of the Royal Armouries. Travelers can learn more about the sports of kings like hawking and jousting.
In make and play section of the tower, tourists can make their own armor and be creative. The White Tower is part of World Heritage Site. In history, it had been put up to strike fear and hold back the locals and to dissuade overseas attackers. The Yeoman Warders are a renowned attraction and are symbols of London and Britain as a whole. The invaluable marks of the British monarchy, the Crown Jewels, comprise the planet’s most well known diamonds. Thousands of diamonds, hundreds of pearls and some sapphire, emeralds and rubies make up the Crown Jewels.
Seven ravens can be seen in the Tower these days. Legend holds that the kingdom and the Tower will come down if the six occupant ravens decide to depart from the palace. The Tower Green is the site where some historical figures were put to death. The most famous of them are wives of Henry VIII like Anne Boleyn and Catherine Howard. East Walk and the Medieval Palace must be closely scrutinized as well.
Historic spots like Colonel Blood’s effort to pinch the Crown Jewels from the Martin Tower will make for a wonderful experience when touring the Tower of London. A sprinkling of intriguing shops can be found such as the Tower Shop with eye-catching presents, Jewel House Shop with an amazing assortment of Jewels and the Medieval Palace Shop with tapestries and cushions. Be amazed by the Tower of London a historic site that attracts throngs of people to its site, to fully explore this attraction find a conveniently located Langham Hotel London is one of the world’s better known cities and The Langham London provides an ideal base from which to explore it.