Having earned the prestigious reputation as one of the world’s most charming cities, London is a cosmopolitan metropolis experiencing a rapid influx of immigrants. They contribute their cultures and energy to the already spicy melting pot of England’s capital. Retaining its quintessentially British atmosphere, with attractions such as the world-famous London Eye and the Tower Bridge which casts a silhouette over the stunning Thames River, this magnificent city is home to numerous museums and art galleries.
Whilst there are over 240 museums in the city, an absolute must visit for sightseers is the British Museum. Housing a marvellous collection of artefacts and world art which spans over two million years of human history, the museum was established in 1753. Its collection which includes items from all continents is recognised for being among the most comprehensive and largest in the world. These items document and illustrate the history of humankind, starting from their origin. It is indeed a rare experience to witness many treasures of the world’s cultures under one roof. Among the wide range of objects exhibited here are Egyptian mummies, Parthenon sculptures and the Rosetta Stone.
Tracing the history of the Bank of England from its foundation in 1694 to its present role as the country’s central bank is the Bank of England Museum housed within the bank itself. Various gold bars dating from historical times to the ones used in the modern market, a distinctive collection of bank notes, coins, mosaics and Roman pottery are on display at the museum.
The oldest public gallery in Britain, the Dulwich Picture Gallery is home to a remarkable collection of masterpieces including pieces by Gainsborough, Canaletto, Rubens, Watteau, Poussin, Rembrandt and many more.
Located in Trafalgar Square, the National Gallery consists of over 2,000 works including masterpieces from almost all European schools of art. The gallery’s earliest works are housed at the modern Sainsbury Wing extension.
The Florence Nightingale Museum, Imperial War Museum, National Maritime Museum, the Queen’s Gallery, National Portrait Gallery and Whitechapel Art Gallery are some of the other museums and galleries in London worth a visit.
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