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	Trafalgar Square

Trafalgar Square was originally built to commemorate the victory of the Battle of Trafalgar. Today, the Square is a popular tourist attraction in central London.

Trafalgar Square is a must see, as a visit to London would be incomplete without marvelling at the huge height of Nelson's column and the 4 huge bronze statues of lions which sit at the base of the column.

The square consists of a large pedestrianised area surrounded by roadways on three sides. Trafalgar Square is vast and the central area provides a place to chill out amongst the fountains and statues. To the north of the Square is the National Gallery. The raised balcony of the National Gallery gives fantastic views across the square, and from here you can see the 2 huge fountains, Nelson's column, King George's statue and the recent modern statue of Alison Lapper. If you turn your head slightly to the right you will see the famous Trafalgar Square pigeons.

National Gallery, Trafalgar Square, London

The Mall and Admiralty Arch is to the Southwest. To the South is Whitehall, to the East St Martin's in the Field, the Strand and South Africa House, to the North Charing Cross Road and on the West side is Canada House. Trafalgar Square is truly a central esplanade for London.

The vast space of the Square is used for multi cultural festival and events. These are organised throughout the summer and usually take place on Saturdays and Sundays. These events are fantastic and you can expect to see stunning costumes and dancers and hear great music too. Recently the huge, magical Sultan's elephant (created by Royal de Luxe) walked through Trafalgar Square and sprayed thousands of visitors with a cooling mist of water from his spout!

Nearest Tube/Rail Station: Charing Cross

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