In movies and television sitcoms, we often see still or screen shots of magnificent palaces in Britain. However, has it ever crossed your mind that perhaps those shots come from one source? Yes, it is a possibility that all those images portray only one of the marvelous buildings standing in Britain: the Westminster Palace.
The palace in London has been around since 1550. Situated near the river Thames and sandwiched between
Lambeth and Westminster Bridges, this royal palace is a favorite spot for
tourist viewing and film shootings, so it is no surprise that we often see angles and sides of this palace featured in flicks. The telltale landmarks of Westminster are the Big Ben, the tower clock that is uniquely found in London, and the Victoria Tower that is on the opposite side facing the clock building. The Westminster Palace has undergone rebuilding over the centuries, but if you want to see the oldest portion of the place, just head to the Westminster Hall, which dates back to about 1098.
Although
Westminster Palace lived up to its name by housing British royalties and monarchs, it is now used by the Parliamentary government for its sessions and hearings. However, visitors may still take tours of Westminster during summer or attend debates open to public.
When I tried to play the Battle of Britain in my personal computer I couldn't stop. It's just one of those games that get you hooked, big time. But, since it was my first time to play the game, I didn't know how to target my enemies very well. I had to as
Tracked: Jun 07, 10:39
I once played the guitar a few years back. I stopped, however, since I only took lessons from my cousin because there was nothing else left to do during summer breaks. I also love to watch those who are really good in playing it. Probably it was just one
Tracked: Aug 03, 08:19