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The Victoria Embankment london, which is popularly referred to as The Embankment by the quintessential Londoner has been a characteristic feature of the city of London. Designed way back in 1870 by renowned British town planner Joseph Bazalgette, the construction of the Embankment was implemented by the Metropolitan Board of Works.
The prime consideration for constructing this colossal Embankment which stretched from Westminster Bridge and The Houses of Parliament to Blackfriar's Bridge up north was to ease the congestion on The Strand and Fleet Street.
Embankment-Most Picturesque Riverside Venue
Today, the Embankment london is perhaps one of the world's most picturesque riverside locales. To further accentuate the beauty, the Embankment Gardens were laid out in 1870 and today the Embankment Garden with its lush green landscaped vistas replete with outdoor cafes is easily one of London's greatest appeal.
The garden is renowned for its exquisite statues of some of Britain's most famous citizens. The garden has a bit of history attached to it. The Water Gate at the North West corner of the garden was formerly the Duke's residence. Prior to that, the Water Gate served as the residence of the Archbishop of York.
If you happen to visit London during the sweltering summer months, make it a point to visit the london Embankment when there is an Open-air concert being held.
Monuments at the Embankment
As far as monuments at the Embankment garden is concerned, there are a bewildering array of them, all situated at strategic points of the garden. For instance, you will come across monuments of people of the stature of Robert Burns, Robert Raikes, Arthur Sullivan, and General Gordon to name just a few. Finally, the most amazing statue on display at the Embankment Garden is not of a human being but rather strangely of a beast. Yes, the Chindit Memorial statute depicts the Burmese mythical beast Chindit who is the guardian of Burmese pagodas and temples. The statue commemorates the Burmese campaign during World War II.
The Embankment area apart from its riverside charms is surrounded by a cluster of remarkable edifices, particularly if one ventures towards the Blackfriars Station. For instance, the majestic Unilever House with it's ornate stone sculptures, the 1893 built Victoria or for that matter the renaissance style building of the city of London School which is built of the finest variety of Portland stone, all vie for attention.
A walk along the Temple Stairs Arch is especially recommended which has on display the head of Neptune in granite. There is also an exclusive panel, which showcases King George V's 25 anniversary.
Remarkable Architectures around Embankment
Time permitting; one of the best ways of exploring London's manifold charms is by embarking on a river cruise. There are passenger ferries and catamaran services available from Westminister Pier which offer scheduled tours from Westminister Pier to Kew and Hampton Court. A river cruise on Thames provides you with the opportunity to pass through some of London's most famous riverside attractions like Big Ben, The London Tower, Houses of Parliament to name just a few. Charter Cruises are also available for your sightseeing tour of London.
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