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London: More Than Just Red Phone Booths & Royals

This page is about my explorations of London, a city that’s always buzzing with energy and surprises. I’ve wandered off the beaten path to uncover some hidden gems you might not find in your typical guidebook.

Think London is just Buckingham Palace and Big Ben? Think again! We’ll encounter quirky sights like a traffic light tree and a graffiti tunnel. We’ll even delve into the fascinating story of Richard Whittington, a real-life figure who became Lord Mayor – and yes, he had a cat!

I’ll also share glimpses of everyday London life, from peaceful moments in Regent’s Park to the bustling atmosphere of Piccadilly Circus. You’ll discover charming neighborhoods, unique street art, and unexpected historical tidbits.

Join me as I share my adventures in London. Whether you are a seasoned traveler or just dreaming of visiting, you will discover something new about this stunning city.

The St Pancras Old Church in Central London is the subject of many rumors that point it as one of the oldest sites of Christian worship in England. What caught my attention was the appearance and atmosphere of the countryside church in the heart of London.
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A Visit to St Pancras Old Church in Central London

Posted on by Felipe Tofani

The St Pancras Old Church in Central London is the subject of many rumors that point it as one of th…

Fotostrasse goes to London in this week of the #52weeksofburgerschallenge and feasts at MeatLiquor. We heard about this place a while ago because of its peculiar decor in this post here, and Felipe tried it a few times in the past and thought it was pretty nice, so let's see how it goes.
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MeatLiquor King’s Cross: phenomenal burgers in London

Posted on by Camila Irala

We went to London in this week of the #52weeksofburgers challenge and feasts at MeatLiquor. We …

When I visited the Texas Embassy Memorial Plaque in London, I had a plan to visit some places around the city. A Sunday was walking around before I could do the check in on my hotel. The plaque was the first visit since I felt like there 'wouldn't be much to see besides the plaque, and I was right. Even though the location is historical for reasons that 'I'll be talking about later, there is not much to see. Keep that in mind if you want to visit it.
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Texas Embassy Memorial Plaque in London

Posted on by Felipe Tofani

Since I started travelling to London for work, I started looking for unusual sights and different th…

Workers of all lands unite, this is what you can read when you approach the tomb of Karl Marx at the Highgate Cemetery in North London. These are the final words of the Communist Manifesto, and this is the last resting place of Karl Marx, so they match really well.
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The Tomb of Karl Marx: A Place of Pilgrimage for Leftists in London

Posted on by Felipe Tofani

Workers of all lands unite; this is what you can read when you approach the tomb of Karl Marx at the…

Highgate Cemetery is a large burial place in the North of London where more than 50.000 graves where 170.000 people are buried. The area has the status of a nature reserve and is known about a large number of famous people buried there. Like Douglas Adams, Malcolm McLaren, Michael Faraday, George Michael, and Karl Marx.
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Highgate Cemetery: A Visitor’s Guide to London’s Most Famous Cemetery

Posted on by Felipe Tofani

Highgate Cemetery is a large burial place in the North of London with more than 50.000 graves and 17…

Back in May 2008, Banky organized the first Cans Festival, and it happened at the Leake Street Tunnel. The idea of the festival was to exhibit the work of famous street artists that were hand picked by Banksy and invited personally by him. This is how this disused road tunnel in south London became the Graffiti Tunnel.
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The Leake Street Graffiti Tunnel: A History of London’s Street Art

Posted on by Felipe Tofani

Back in May 2008, Banksy organized the first Cans Festival, and it happened at the Leake Street Tunn…

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