Thursday, November 15, 2012

London: London Bridge & Tower Bridge

One of the things that you must see in London is, of course, the London Bridge.  Unfortunately, this bridge is quite disappointing, much like the Pont d'Avignon.  It is not very pretty, and is really just a let down!

The bridge is still looking promising, and then you see it...

A bit disappointing!






The Tower Bridge, however, was not a disappointment at all.  I got to walk across it too, which was fun!




















That's all for now!!

Wednesday, November 14, 2012

London: Big Ben & Westminster Abbey

One of my favorite things to see in England was Big Ben and Westminster Abbey!  I think it was so exciting because these things are so iconic and I have seen my entire life, but actually viewing them in person is a completely new experience!  Just as a little tidbit of information...Big Ben isn't the name of the actual tower; it's called the Elizabeth Tower, and Big Ben is the name of the largest bell in the tower!  However, people often refer to it as "Big Ben", so the name Big Ben has become synonymous with the tower.

My first view of Big Ben and the Palace of Westminster!

My first picture with Big Ben!


Westminster Abbey

Me and Westminster Abbey!





Near the Palace of Westminster, they have tons of statues of famous people.  Here are a few!


Abraham Lincoln, my favorite prezzie!

Good old Winston :)


Nandos?


















That's all for today, hopefully I'll have more tomorrow!