Odyssey 2018 - Westminster Abbey, St. James's Park and Covent Garden


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April 21st 2018
Published: April 22nd 2018
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The weather in London continues to be unseasonably warm, with no rainfall, but we're not complaining; no need for sweaters or heavy jackets. In order to save wear and tear on us oldsters, we arranged for a taxi at 9:30 AM for a ride to visit Westminster Abbey, where we purchased tickets to the tune of £22 per person (about $30). Since photography is prohibited, most of today's pictures are taken ... Read Full Entry



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Queen Victoria monumentQueen Victoria monument
Queen Victoria monument

Across from Buckingham Palace
The MallThe Mall
The Mall

Looking toward Buckingham Palace
Admiralty ArchAdmiralty Arch
Admiralty Arch

Near Trafalgar Square
Nelson's ColumnNelson's Column
Nelson's Column

Trafalgar Square
National GalleryNational Gallery
National Gallery

Trafalgar Square



23rd April 2018

I did not know that Charles Dickens and Sir Isaac Newton are buried in Westminster Abbey, interesting. It’s amazing how many bodies are in there. The lunch platter looked delicious. I am hoping to see you all running in the marathon today! ?
23rd April 2018

Such beautiful photos in St Jame's Park, the streets seem very busy and hectic as compared to others during your visits, maybe due to the lovely weather. Westminster Abbey is filled with loads of history, again .... Mitch you have fulfilled your teachings here!! Glad to see everyone is having a fantastic time!!

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