Lambeth Palace on of the most recognisable sights on the bank of the River Thames, the Palace has been the home of the Archbishop of Canterbury since 1200AD. The Palace was originally closer to the waterfront and the Archbishops came and went using the Archiepiscopal barge. Many believe that the word originates from the Lambeth loamhithe word meaning ‘muddy bank’.

Access to the palace is gained through the brick Tudor gatehouse, built by Cardinal Morton in 1495th The Fig trees in the garden are thought to have descended from those planted by Cardinal Pole, the last of the Catholic Archbishops in the sixteenth century. Past the Fig Trees lies the Great Hall, which fell into disrepair under Oliver Cromwell and was rebuilt by Archbishop Juxon. The Chapel and Crypt were built in the thirteenth century with the chapel being damaged during the war, but has now been fully restored. Lollards Tower was originally a water tower but is best known as the prison of Wycliffe’s supporters. Wycliffe stood trial for heresy in the Chapel in 1378th

Architect Edward Bore replaced the two East wings of the Palace with a single block built from Bath stone during the nineteenth century. The Palace Gardens contain a herb garden and rose terrace. They are among the oldest and largest Gardens in London and are open all year round.

Lambeth Palace is not open to the general public though tours can be arranged by writing to the bookings department.

Leicester Square

Leicester Square was originally set out in 1670th The site was south of Leicester House a former royal building that has since disappeared. Leicester Square was once a very fashionable place to live and boasted among its residents Sir Isaac Newton, the scientist who theorized the idea of gravity. The famous artist Hogarth was also a resident here and painted many of his society portraits from his studio at number sixty-eight. In 1801 Hogarth’s house was converted into the areas first restaurant, named Hotel de la Sablionere.

The Empire Cinema on Leicester square was formerly a popular music hall with the same name. Towards the end of the twentieth century the Leicester Square area had become a somewhat undesirable location until Westminster Council invested heavily in the area during the 1990s. Leicester Square is now home to some of London’s largest cinemas and is the venue for many premiers. The movie influence is apparent from the statue of Charlie Chaplin.

To the North of the square is the Swiss Centre famed for its hourly chiming clock. The Society of West End Theatre’s half ‘-priced ticket booth is located in the Clock tower buildings and sells reduced tickets to many of London’s shows on the same day as the performance.

London Central Mosque

Surrounded by trees on the edge of the beautiful Regents Park stands the magnificent London Central Mosque. Designed by Sir Frederick Gibberd and completed in 1978, the Mosque is instantly recognisable by its breath-taking gold dome. The Mosque was built to cater for the increasing numbers of Muslim residents and visitors in London.

The main hall of the Mosque can hold almost two thousand worshipers. Apart from a magnificent chandelier and a vast carpet there is very little furniture in the Mosque. All visitors must remove their shoes as a sign of respect and there is a separate gallery for women who must cover their heads. The inside of the dome is decorated with broken shapes in the Islamic tradition.

The Mosque is joined to the Islamic cultural center, which was officially opened by King George VI in 1944 and was given as gift of unconditional to the UK Muslim community. Within the complex are a library, administrative department and residential area. Representatives tour local schools and colleges to educate local children on their faith and increase awareness of the Islamic and Muslim communities.
The building is unmistakably skyline in vibrant and prominent landmark and a fine addition to the London.

London Oratory, South Kensington

The London Oratory in South Kensington is actually called the Oratory of St. Philip Neri. The Oratory is located on Brompton Street. Building on the structure began in 1878, but was not completed until 1896th Boasting some breathtaking architectural features including a Baroque dome and an impressive Nave, which is only Dwarfed by Westminster Abbey and York Minster.

The obvious Italian influence on the building is deliberate, as it is the home to the Oratory Catholic Order which was started by Philip Neri. The task of designing the building was given to unproven architect Herbert Gribble, who was only 28 when construction began. Gribble wanted to show to those who Italian architecture would not otherwise have the opportunity to see it. Gribble died before the building was complete and the breathtaking interior of the Oratory owes more to twentieth century design than he had intended. The interior of the dome is decorated with mosaics by Comandatore Formilli.

Though a relatively young building the London Oratory boasts some classic features. The twelve apostles seen in the Nave were carved in 1680 for the Cathedral in Siena. The old, therefore dates back to the 17th century. The London Oratory is easily accessed via Kensington Underground Station.

Millennium Dome – The O2

It was first suggested in 1994 that Britain should hold a national exhibition as part of the celebrations of the new Millennium. Tony Blair took the idea onwards after his election and the Millennium dome was conceived as the venue for a huge, educational exhibition venue. Though the Dome cost many hundred of millions and is truly an impressive structure it was met a mixed reception by many wants Londoners. The Millennium Dome has a circumference of over one kilometer, covers more than 20 acres and is more than 320m in diameter.

The Dome is situated on the Greenwich Peninsula and can be accessed via the new North Greenwich underground station. The Dome was famously featured in the James Bond adventure film “Tomorrow Never Dies’. The Dome was divided into 14 themed areas and featured trapeze artists and Pyrotechnic displays. The central theme of the Dome was ‘time to make a difference’ and the 14 areas were to symbolize the various challenges facing Britain in the next one hundred years.

Millennium Dome is now open as The O2. The name was officially changed when O2 plc purchased the naming rights from the developers, Anschutz Entertainment Group, during the dome’s redevelopment district on into entertainment.

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