Home of Nelson's Column
Neighborhood: Soho/West End
Nearest Train: Charing Cross
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Trafalgar Square was built following the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. The man responsible for this famous naval victory, which finally destroyed French naval power and secured Britain from invasion, was Admiral Horatio Nelson. A column, with an 18ft statue of Nelson at the summit is the centrepiece of the Square. At the base of the column are the renowned Landseer lions. Renovations in 2003 removed traffic lanes to make room for a sizable staircase, connecting the National Portrait Gallery to the square. The National Gallery and the National Portrait Gallery border one side of the Square, and it's a good place to sit and soak up the atmosphere on a sunny day. The Square is also famous for the large number of pigeons that congregate there. It's one of the main places that visitors come to take pictures.
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Diwali on the SquareOct 19th, 2008
The Festival of Lights is a major Hindu celebration that's open to all Londoners, which is a good thing considering all the partying planned for this event. the festivities begin with Indian folk dancing and martial arts, then continue with fancy light displays all around the square. There will be staged performances, singing & dancing throughout the day, ending with a re-enactment of Lord Rama's return.
Admission: Free
E-Mail: info@diwaliinlondon.com
Phone: +44 7712 177 703
On the Web: http://www.diwaliinlondon.com
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