The Embankment

The Embankment

The Victoria Embankment, which is popularly referred to as The Embankment by the quintessential London has been a feature of the City of London. Designed way back in 1870 by the famous British urban planner Joseph Bazalgette, the construction of the dike was carried out by the Metropolitan Board of Works.

The first consideration for the construction of this colossal Embankment, which stretched from Westminster Bridge and the Houses of Parliament at Blackfriar's Bridge to the north was to alleviate congestion on The Strand and Fleet Street.

Today, the embankment is perhaps one of the most picturesque places along the lake. To accentuate the beauty, the Embankment Gardens were set in 1870, and today the Garden Embankment with its lush landscaping horizons full of outdoor cafes is easily one of the biggest London call.

The garden is known for its exquisite statues of some of Britain's most famous citizens. The garden has a bit of history attached. The Water Gate in the northwest corner of the garden was the Duke's residence. Before that, the door of water served as the residence of the Archbishop of York.

If you plan to travel to London during the sweltering summer months, make it a point to visit the Embankment when there is an outdoor concert being held.

As far as monuments to the Embankment garden is concerned, there is a bewildering array of them, all located at strategic points in the garden. For example, you will encounter people monuments of the stature of Robert Burns, Robert Raikes, Arthur Sullivan, and General Gordon to name a few. Finally, the most amazing statuette exposed to the Garden Embankment is not a human being, but rather a strange beast. Yes, the Chindit Memorial depicts the Burmese status mythical beast Chindit which is the guardian of the pagodas and temples in Burma. The statue commemorates the Burma campaign during World War II.

Embankment area outside its charms bank is surrounded by a group of outstanding buildings, especially if one of the companies to Blackfriars Station. For example, the majestic Unilever House with its ornate stone sculptures, the 1893 built Victoria or elsewhere style building renaissance of the City of London School, which was built in the most beautiful variety of stone from Portland, all vying for the attention.

A walk along the Temple Stairs Arch is particularly important with a presentation of the head of Neptune granite. There is also an exclusive group, which King George V of 25 years.

Weather permitting, one of the best ways to explore the many charms of London is to embark on a cruise. There passenger ferries and catamarans and the services available from Westminister Pier offering tours from Westminster Pier to Kew and Hampton Court. A cruise on the River Thames offers the opportunity to go through some of London's most famous landmarks such as riparian Big Ben, Tower of London, the Houses of Parliament to name a few. Charter Cruises are also available for your tour of the city of London.