Trocadero London

London Trocadero

London Trocadero is a magnificent complex commercial and entertainment in the heart of London's West End. Since its creation in the 1700's, the Trocadero has indeed come a long way.

Trocadero is a dynamic place where one can buy, eat and have fun. With regard to shopping, Sock store is a retail store known that offers a wide range of socks and hosiery may be worth a visit. Regarding fashion accessories, lower "Accessories", which is certainly one of the best collections of accessories ranging from jewelry to hats.

There is also the Herbal King and the famous music store HMV store with a sweet shop, acting for the place demanding clients. The shop fitness ultra-modern "Body Shop" is a must visit the shop to fitness fanatics. If you are looking for salvation HiFi electronic gadgets, the gadget store is a great option. And designer gifts for the Octopus is a perennial favorite. Shopping Trip - "Travelex" are known for their high level of professionalism and travel services they have lots of travel packages and tours of special interest to virtually any exotic tourist destinations in the world, Hawaii in Hamburg and Switzerland Sri Lanka.

As far as leisure and recreation is concerned, the area of entertainment-exclusive "Funland" is absolutely out of the planet. You can indulge in a relaxing session of bowling, or try your skills at the American Pool, which has 9 tables located next to the Sports Bar. If you are interested in simulator rides, chances are that some of the most modern and exciting simulator rides might be available at Funland. In all, Funland has a rich collection of 400 plus rounds of offers.

As the flagship brand of the prestigious family Leisure Group, Funland is one of the largest and most spacious recreation center indoor and needless to say, all the recreational facilities are available at what was happening downtown recreation. One of the most popular attractions at Funland is the Pepsi Max Drop Ride adrenaline which is a free fall pumping amusement attraction. It is indeed scary, but do not worry, you are still clinging to your seat.

Regarding the restoration, you can dine in an atmosphere recreated rainforest or dining style Hollywood. The choice is yours. For example, the Rainforest Cafe has made judicious use of special effects to recreate real life rainforest environment. From tropical showers thunderbolts and lightning strikes, even the bewildering varieties of tropical fish were presented in the most innovative way to publicize the experience of the rainforest.

Apart from the futuristic rainforest experience, there are also quiet 1950's American-style dining experience in which you can smile at Ed's Diner. The atmosphere, music and decor of all depict the quintessence of America from the 50's.

British Museum

The British Museum was established way back in the year 1753 and today it has one of the finest collections of human history and culture. Whether the Astrolabe Sloane or gilded bronze figure of Tara, the British Museum has all these and more.

To explore the myths of the Trojan War and even toured some of the best glass specimens to the British Museum Collections. Watching the evolution of the Olympic Games, which took place between 776 BC and AD 395 through a bewildering array of objects. There is also the Faith tour of objects relating to various faiths.

Almost all regions of the world are represented in the British Museum through objects from different parts of the world. The museum owes much to the end of Sir Hans Sloane, who gifted his collections of the British Museum.

The sheer enormity of objects and artifacts, which is staggering seven million dollars, illustrates the fascinating evolution of the prehistoric human culture from the earliest days to the present. Due to constraints of space, many objects are kept in hiding.

The British Museum is actually an universal Museum with antiquities from all the continents of the world. Apart from Sir Hans Sloane, another distinguished person who is regarded as the "second founder" of this colossal museum is Italian librarian Antonio Pannizi who was instrumental in carrying out large scale extension of the earlier building, thus making the Museum more spacious as well as providing much improved facilities to visitors of the Museum.

Undoubtedly, the British Museum is a great institution but there are critics who are of the opinion that artifacts and antiquities from other countries should never be permitted to be displayed or exhibited in a foreign museum. The Museum is facing criticism for not returning two of the museum's most controversial items - the Elgin marbles of Greece and the Benin Bronzes which belong to Nigeria.

Criticisms aside, a visit to The British Museum can be an outstanding experience. The architectural marvel that it is, you will bask in the glory of the Grecian facade and the entrance itself is replete with sculptures portraying The Rise of Civilization.

The Duveen gallery which was designed by renowned architect John Russel Pope is impressive. Another equally fascinating place is the globular cast iron Reading Room designed by Sydney Smirke. First time visitors to the Museum are especially attracted by the Elizabeth II Great Court which is a designer canopied square designed by the renowned architectural firm Foster and Partners.

The British Museum being a museum of antiquities is conspicuous for having under its custody some very rare erotic art objects which are preserved at The Secretum and are out of bounds to the general public because they are considered unfit for public viewing on the grounds.

In order to attract visitors to the museum, it has introduced numerous theme tours to the museum. Special interest tours with knowledgeable foreign language guides are also available. Special events like exhibitions, lectures, seminars and symposia are regularly hosted at the British Museum.

Apart from touring the galleries, you would do well to visit the in-house bookshop and Souvenir shop where you can buy guidebooks, posters, camera films and stationary items. The Grenville shop even has sculptures, gems and jewelry, silk scarves and ties.

Time permitting, a great way to relax is by stepping in to The Court Restaurant which is strategically located at the magnificent Norman Foster glass roof in the Great Court. The restaurant has a wide variety of recipes, which are complimented by the finest collection of liqueurs and spirits.

Thorpe Park

Located in Chertsey, Surrey, England, Thorpe Park is one of the first amusement parks in the country. It was built in the year 1979 and it attracts many visitors each year. As the vanguard of many amusement parks around the world on Thorpe Park is also divided into several sections, such as Port Atlantis, which includes shops, restrooms, lockers, bar and staff areas and Lost City who has the most entertainment attractions of the park as Colossus, Samurai, Vortex, Quantam, Zodiac and many others.

There are other sections in the park like the Calypso Quay, Canada Creek, Amity Cove, Ranger County, Neptune's Kingdom, Octopus's Garden, Thorpe Farm and Fsatrack. All these sections of the park feature different rides that are thrilling as well as adventurous.


Thorpe Park is a much acclaimed park and holds several records. For example Colossus was the first roller coaster in the world to boast of 10 inversions and Stealth is also considered to be Europe's highest and fastest launched roller coaster.


The amusement park is also home to number of shows and boast of varieties of facilities for children. The park also houses restaurants and eateries that provide lip smacking snacks and delicacies and there is also a souvenir cum gift shop from where you can buy mementos of the park.


During specific periods of the year the park issues special passes that will allow you to avail discounts on certain rides and facilities of the Thorpe Park.

Theatre in London

London is known for its theaters and we must recognize that the theater scene in London is a vibrant and exciting. Most of the prestigious London theater houses are situated in the area of chic West End of London. On the West End in London is what Broadway is in New York.

Theaters in London regularly host international productions, which also include productions that have evolved triumphantly from New York Broadway. London theater houses are renowned for their quality, big-budget productions that attracts the cream of the crop of British, American and international actors and actresses. For example, celebrities such as Nicole Kidman, Madonna, Gwenneth Paltrow, Kathleen Turner have all made their presence felt in London's vibrant theater. Apart from blockbusters, London also has an exciting fringe theater, which consists of low-budget productions, and are usually held at the theater lesser-known sites for a short duration.

Looking theater is a very popular past time for the quintessential Londoner tickets and especially for the block buster productions can be extremely difficult, especially for visitors and tourists from abroad. It is always advisable to book tickets for the big-budget productions well in advance of your visit.

A list of some of London's most popular theatres is given below :

Adelphi Theatre: Located on the Strand, Adelphi Theatre provides weekly performances, Monday to Thursday. The Theatre came into prominence when it won a mind boggling six Tony Awards in the year 1997 for its production of Chicago a musical based on a tale of deceit and murder. Presently starring Frances Ruffelle as Roxie Hart with murder on her mind.

Aldwych Theatre: Located at 49 Aldwych, provides weekly performances Monday to Thursday. Currently showing a lively and vivacious show concerning an assembly of students, hell-bent on seeking recognition and affluence at the New York's High School for the Performing Arts.

Apollo Victoria Theatre: Located at 17 Wilton Road, provides weekly performance, Monday to Thursday. Presently showing Saturday Night Fever, the archetypal 1977 hit film with a playing sound track and some of the most revolutionary composition ever witnessed in a musical theatre. The show has over 30 of UK's most promising young musicians and is an out and out family show. The show is Disco at its best.

Cambridge Theatre: Located at Earlham Street, provides weekly performances Monday to Thursday. Currently showing an altered version of cult TV show - "Jerry Springer The Opera". You will witness victory and disaster in this path breaking opera. A strict no, no for kids.

Dominion Theatre: Located at Tottenham Court Road with weekly performances. The theatre showcases the hit songs of Rock band Queen and the story has been designed to perfection by Ben Elton. Some of the all time great numbers of Queen has been presented in the most thrilling version due primarily to the intimate association of the band's lead guitarist - Brian May and drummer - Roger Taylor at every step of the production process. The show has been hugely popular with the audience but not so with its detractors.

Globe Theatre: Located at New Globe Walk, Bankside. Currently hosts Shakespearian plays. The Globe Theatre was set up primarily due to the pioneering zeal of the late American actor Sam Wannamaker. The present Globe Theatre has been built as a replica of the original wooden structure, which was razed to the ground by a devastating fire in 1613. At Globe Theatre, plays are staged in open air while the audiences watch the proceedings from the courtyard or from the sheltered balconies.

Her Majesty's Theatre: Located at Haymarket, St. James, showcases the Phantom of the opera. This blockbuster Andrew Lloyd Webber musical rendition has entered its fifteenth year and has become a global phenomenon, which has its productions being showcased in more than 60 countries worldwide. The story is set on the backdrop of the Paris Opera, which has been an enduring classic.

London Palladium: Located at 8 Argyll Street, currently showing the musical Chitty Chitty Bang Bang which is a Barbara Broccoli production starring big guns like Michael Ball, Paul O'Graddy, Anton Rogers, Emma Williams and Brian Blessed.

Lyceum Theatre: Located at 21 Wellington Street which showcases "The Lion King" musical, which is an animated Disney movie, introduced in the theatre arena and popular for its prolific animal costumes and incredible puppets. The music is by Elton John with lyrics by Tim Rice.

National Theatre: Located in Littleton, Southbank which hosts a wide range of plays. Check out with the Reception Desk of National Theatre well in advance of your visit.

New London Theatre: Located at Parker Street, which is currently showing "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Democrat". It is a biblical story about Joseph's colorful coat and has none other than Darren Day playing the role of Joseph.

Prince Edward Theatre: Located at 28 Old Crompton Street. The 1970's mega Swedish pop group. "Abba" was a phenomenon in the 70's decade and anyone who grew up in that era will vouch for Abba's stupendous popularity. Today even after all these years which has witnessed tremendous changes in the global music scene, the popularity of some of Abba's hit singles still endures, courtesy topping the best music charts and countdown shows. The Mamma Mia musical rendition features 22 most popular songs sung by Abba with the active co-operation and concurrence of its band members. This show is undoubtedly very popular and highly admired by London's discerning theatre going crowd.

Queen's Theatre: Located at Shaftesbury Avenue and is renowned for the altered version of internationally best selling author - Victor Hugo's work of fiction in revolutionary France. It made its London debut way back in 1985 and ever since then the show has already been staged in 28 countries across the globe.

Theatre Royal - Drury Lane: Located at Catherine Street which stages "The Producers" is a musical rendition of Mel Brook's classic film of the same name. The show highlights the precarious career of pitiable producer Max Bialystock and his trusted accountant Leo Bloom forcing them to invent a fortune making scheme, courtesy, a melodramatic theatre flop - "Springtime For Hitler".