The architecture in London is simply breathtaking and each monument we visited in the City of Westminster seemed to be even more unique and meaningful than the last. With each square inch showered in detail, it is evident that these buildings are art themselves. However, beyond the picturesque exterior is purposeful life and honored tradition. Each monument offered insight into where the city has been and where it is going today. The Palace of Westminster explained to me its journey as a royal residence in the Middle Ages, burning complex in 1834, rebuilt Gothic-style masterpiece a decade later, victim of WWII bombings, and the eventual restored home for the UK Parliament that it is today. With over two thousand years of history and 32 boroughs to explore, I will certainly say that I have my work cut out for me over these next six weeks.
While in Westminster, we meandered around Trafalgar Square, being sure to snap pictures of the Duke of Wellington Tower and a new (and temporary) monument- the countdown to the Olympic Games!
London 2012 Countdown!!
Many of my childhood visions of London, all derived from the movie Spice World, were brought to life including but of course not limited to the red telephone booths, sullen horse guards, and red double decker buses. Many of my adult visions of London, most derived from the Royal Wedding coverage, were also given life such as the enchanting Westminster Abbey, infamous London Eye, serene St. James Park, well-protected Buckingham Palace, and the incredibly shiny Queen Victoria Monument.
I am having an absolute blast getting to know the other Hokies on the trip and feel blessed to be sharing this journey with so many phenomenal people!
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