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Wellington Arch

To the south of the famous London attraction site called Hyde Park is a triumphant arch called the Wellington Arch also known at the Constitution Arch or the Green Park Arch. Initially topped with an equestrian statue of the Duke of Wellington then replaced with the original idea of sculpture of ‘quadriga’, the arch was built between 1826 to 1830 to a design by Decimus Burton. To commemorate the victories of the Napoleon Wars the Wellington Arch along with the Marble was planned in 1825 by George VI. An interesting piece to your travel journal, Flats for rent near London Eye can recommend you an intriguing London sightseeing agenda for history rich stop over-s, therefore Holiday Lets London suggests you to visit Hyde Park, Hyde Park Corner, Hyde Park Corner tube station, the very famous movie scene Marble Arch and Flats for rent near Buckingham Palace.

Holiday Lets London will be one entertaining Flats for rent near British Museum that can provide you the best travel details tailoring to your travel cravings. Not like we at Holiday Lets London provide five star high specification Flats for rent near Tower Bridge London we are equipped to make your stay in London suculently full for the travel experience seeker.

The arch is hollow and housed a small police station inside until 1992. Once the ownership was transferred to English Heritage in 1999 the arch was open to public for viewing and has three floors of exhibits and details of the making of the arch along with its history and uses. Annually there is an average of three emergency calls to the London Fire Brigade stating there is a fire at the Wellington Arch as there is smoke seen – one half of the shaft functions as a ventilation shaft to the London Underground network. Any visitor can step up onto the both side terraces of the arch. In 1846 the Wellington Arch was crowned with a 40 ton equestrian statue ever made of Arthur Wellesley, who was the first Duke of Wellington, soldier and Prime Minister. The Wellington statue was done by Mathew Cotes Wyatt. The 40 ton equestrian statue of Arthur Wellesley received quite an amount of controversy and relocation was considered but was put off by order of the Queen as it would be insulting to the Duke hence the statue stood proud for the entire lifetime of the Duke. For a road widening scheme in 1882-3 the statue was moved to its present location in Hyde Park. Much of the arch’s intended external ornamentation was omitted as a lot of money was pumped into refurbishment of Buckingham Palace.

Holiday Lets London recommends you to visit the Wellington Arch while visiting the Green Park or the Apsley House, as the tour would take a minimum hour and is a cheap attraction. Many who have visited the Wellington Arch have a lot to say about the views from the terraces and the friendly staff.

London is an interesting tourist attraction and one can find entertainment regardless of how long the stay is. To accompany your exciting stay book a classy high specification self catering accommodation in the safest area of London at Holiday Lets London. The London holiday studio provided by Holiday Lets London will make your stay in London the most worthwhile.

I found this fabulous gift on The Travelling Souk for a friends wedding gift, they are a couple who have everything already so I was excited when I came across this as its not a gift that will be received by anyone else. the best part is that this gift can be personalised with the happy couples names and date.

Size of tray is 25.5cm by 19cm and height at highest point is 5cm

Two Bees Gifts is avendor on the Travellign Souk where you will find a large range of unique gifts

Are you looking for an unusual gift idea? I found a great gift and thought I would share with other readers, this fabulous gardening file is just that. Perfect for man or lady especially if they are a gardening enthusiast to keep articles, records, plant labels and nursery catalogues in one file. 

Harbound which is great for wear and teat and a variety of decorative papers to choose from, you will find one to suit everyone.

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Do you love Dachshunds?  Are you a collector of Dachund goodies? we have the cutest dachshund mug we found on The Travelling Souk. These beautiful Trent Tankard style mugs makes great presents for any dachshund collector. Fun loving and friendly little dachund’s scurrying about on the mug.

Made of the finest bone china and measures 8.5 cm. Inspired by Bumble, designed by Flossie, and made in England.

Fabulous quality mugs make a great house warming gift idea.

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Even the cat loves the comfort of our new linen we got given as a wedding gift and it has to be the best wedding gift ever. Suitable for all year round use, makes it even better as you don’t need to have separate winter and summer bedding.

What a pleasure to get into the comfort of 100% pure British Southdown wool and 100% pure cotton percale cover every night and sleep like ‘a baby’. I cant think of a better way of spending the night.

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We found this fabulous pendant light that is so versatile, it looks great in our kitchen and we have recently purchased one for the living room. It has a rustic look of natural tin colour which blends in perfectly with any decor. Simple yet beautiful makes it a ‘must have’ in your home.

Matching metal ceiling rose with Drop Maximum (to base of shade) 115cm and Diameter 40cm

Idyll Home is a vendor on The Travelling Souk where you can find fabulous exclusive gifts!

This beautiful snug heavenly aran cable knit throw reminds me of smooth, soft and luxurious ice cream and marsh mellows.

Chunky, heavy and warm on your bed for those cold winter nights or snuggle up on the sofa with a bowl of popcorn and this comfy throw and watch your favorite tv program or read a book.

Made from wool in Ireland and a super size of 122 x 168cm

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I came across this beautiful brightly coloured quilted mat perfect for my little one to play on. I was so impressed with the quality I purchased one for a friend of mine.

The vibrant butterflies make this mat even more fun for my little one at tummy time. I watch her gurgle and try catch the butterflies.

Soft padding makes it comfy and the size is generous H90 x W70cm makes it great for picnics and outdoor activities.

Catching Stars is a vendor on The Travelling Souk where you can find unique baby gifts

Childs Play…. there is a child in each one of us. Even as adults we long to re-visit those childhood moments and special memories. What better way than to re live this with your child with a fabulous bright Kids teepee. Role play with your kids by pretending you are camping in their bedroom or the living room.

With padded quilted floor mat and cushions make camping comfy and fun. This teepee is spacious allowing lots of kids to play inside and a few adults as well.

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Catching Stars is a vendor on The Travelling Souk where you can find unique gifts and handmade gifts

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