What picture appears before your eyes when you hear the word “London”? Most likely, red telephone booths, sentries in tall hats and some landmark, for example, Big Ben or the Tower.
It is natural that the program of any English language exam includes a description of the attraction in English. The British fanatically love their culture and put it in opposition to American culture. Therefore, even if you are long past school age, a story about a landmark can be useful to you in a variety of situations, for example, when you describe emotions from a recent trip. One way or another, all texts of this type are built according to the same template, and all that is needed is to substitute the name of the attraction and add a few facts.
- The beginning varies depending on the situation
Describing your journey is one thing, but telling a text prepared in advance during an exam is completely different. In the first case, you can skip the long introduction and start the story right away. In the second, it is not so much the content that is important, but rather the form of presentation.
Option 1
“You know, I’ve been to London and I should say that it was an incredible trip. On a tour of the city, we visited many places of interest. To tell you the truth, the program was wonderful and we saw a lot of fascinating things. But I liked the Tower of London most of all” – “You know, I was in London once and I must say that it was an incredible trip. On the sightseeing tour we saw many sights. The program was really great and we saw a lot of interesting and amazing places. But my personal favorite was the Tower of London.”
Option 2
“They say, every bird likes its own nest. We can say the same about people. But a man differs from a bird because he can enjoy not only the beauty of his native place but also the beauty of different countries and places of interest. Today I’d like to speak about The Tower of London. Everybody knows what it looks like but not many people know its history” – “There is a proverb: “Every sandpiper praises his swamp.” The same can be said about a person. But a person differs from a bird in that he can enjoy not only the beauty of his home, but also enjoy being in other places. Today I would like to talk about the Tower of London. Almost everyone knows what he looks like, but few know his story.”
- Excursion into history
Without this part it is impossible to make any description of the attraction in English. Below we give a short excerpt from the history of the Tower
“This place impressed us all not only with its architecture, its huge walls and towers, but also with its long and dark history. At first it was a royal residence, then it became a treasure and finally it became a prison for famous people. Some queens were executed and buried there so as there were many rivals of the British Crown. Another feature of the Tower of London is its ravens. They live on the museum grounds, and there’s a man who takes care of them and gives them meat” – “This place amazed us not only with its architecture, thick walls and towers, but also with its long and dark history. At first the Tower was a royal residence, then a treasury, and then a prison for the most noble prisoners. Several queens were executed and buried in the Tower, along with influential enemies of the British Crown. Another distinctive feature of the Tower is the crows. They live on the territory of the museum, and there is a person who looks after them and feeds them meat.”
- Conclusion
Any conclusion should motivate the listener to see the Tower for themselves. Therefore, you can end the story like this:
“After all, I think that everyone should visit the Tower of London. As the saying goes, if you have seen the Pyramids, you can die. I say you can’t die without visiting the Tower” – “In principle, I think that everyone should visit the Tower. There is an expression “See the Egyptian pyramids and die.” I’ll say it differently: “You can’t die without visiting the Tower.”
Traveling is a special kind of human activity. People usually visit the most popular places of the city or country and lose a lot, because they don’t know about the most beautiful, but not worldwide famous places located there. There are top-3 places which could be named as the most unusual places in the world.
Traveling is a special type of human activity. Usually people visit the most popular places in the city and in the country, but they lose a lot because they do not know about the most beautiful, but not well-known places that are there. Here is a list of three places that can be called the most unusual places in the world.
The first incredible place is the Road of Heaven (Huashan Mountain chain) located in Huayin, China. It is composed of shaky stairs and paths with rope railings nailed on the rocks. It seems to be very dangerous to climb up and its visitors put their lives at risk to test their limits at every step. They desire to reach the famous teahouse in the top of the mountain. People could enjoy a beautiful view on picturesque mountain chain in the form of the flower and get a guaranteed rush of adrenaline, because people should always try to keep the balance.
The first incredible place is the Road to Heaven (Huashan mountain range) in the Chinese province of Huan. The road consists of rickety stairs and paths with rope railings anchored to rocks. Climbing to the top seems to be a very dangerous activity and visitors risk their lives at every step to test themselves. Their goal is to reach the tea house, which is located on the top of the mountain. Visitors can enjoy beautiful views of the picturesque flower-shaped mountain range and get a guaranteed adrenaline rush as they constantly try to maintain their balance.
The second fantastic place is Hallerbos, a blue forest. This is a wide fantastic beech forest. It’s located south of the Brussels. Hallerbos is reputed to its unique beauty - a magnificent place covered with the millions of blue bellflowers that could be seen there in the spring time every year. The forest looks marvelous thanks to its enormous area. It becomes a bright blue blanket covering narrow endless paths, valleys, riversides and trees’ roots in the woods. This place is very popular with locals and foreign visitors.
The second stunning place is the blue forest of Hallerbos. This is a huge fantastic beech forest. This place is located south of Brussels. Hallerbos is known for its unique beauty - a delightful place that is covered with millions of bluebells every spring. The forest looks amazing due to its enormous size. The place turns into a bright blue blanket covering endless narrow paths, valleys, river banks and tree roots in the forest. This place is very popular among locals and foreign tourists.
The third unusual place is a glacier Jokulsarlon lake in Iceland. This is a place where people can see a plenty of ice-flows reflecting sky colors at arm’s end. Jokulsarlon is a gigantic glacier lake and it is considered to be the most famous and fabulous place of Iceland.
The third unusual place is the glacial lake Jökulsárlón in Iceland. This is a place where, at arm's length, a person can see the color of the sky reflected in the glaciers. Jökulsárlón is a huge glacial lake. It is considered one of the most fabulous and famous attractions in Iceland.
To draw the conclusion, one can say that our world can offer us much more than three magnificent places to discover. We can find thousands of places that can surprise and amaze us: Thor’s Well (the gates to the underworld), Great Barrier Reef, Issyk Kul lake, mountains of Ararat, Kamchatka’s hot springs and other places. This world will never stop showing us beautiful and unusual places.
To sum it up, our world has much more to offer us to discover than just three amazing places. We can find thousands of places that can surprise and amaze us: Thor's Well (the gateway to the underworld), the Great Barrier Reef, Lake Issyk Kul, the mountains of Ararat, the geysers of Kamchatka and other places. This world will never stop showing us beautiful and unusual places.
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What do modern schoolchildren know about the sights of London? Do they know that the name “Big Ben” is not the name of a clock or a tower at all? This is the name of the huge bell that is located inside the tower itself! Have they heard the story that one day, because of a flock of birds who decided to sit on the hand of a clock, time slowed down by 5 minutes?
Today we will develop completely new knowledge and talk about the sights of London in English. Let's combine business with pleasure.
I have prepared a text for you where I will briefly tell you about the 10 most interesting places in London. Naturally, all this will be in English with pictures, and, so be it, with translation. Be prepared to watch the most interesting video where you will learn a lot of new things.
1. The Big Ben.
The world-known clock. Everyday about 500 tourists come to London to see the Big Ben. Built in 1858, it was named after an architect whose name was Ben (Benjamin). The interesting fact is that you are not allowed to get inside the Big Ben if you aren’t an Englishman. No tourists allowed.
2. Madam Tussaud's Museum
The most famous museum of waxworks. It presents all famous people from singers and actors to Prime Ministers and Presidents. All the waxworks are of such a good quality, that sometimes you can mistake them for a real person.
3. Piccadilly Circus.
The place is far from what is called “a circus”. It is a well-known meeting point of the city. It has become so popular, that is now considered to be a place to visit for all the tourists.
4. London Eye.
It is one of the biggest observation wheels in the world. Its height is 135 meters. It has 32 cabins which symbolize 32 districts of London. It takes 30 minutes to make a full circle. But it is the view you will never forget. The cost is about £20.
5. London National Gallery.
The gallery has more than 2000 works of world-known artists of XIII-XX centuries. You can spend the whole day there and it will not be enough. What is interesting, is that the gallery is free for everyone.
6. Parks of London.
London is famous for its parks. Combined, all these parks cover more land than the Principality of Monaco. The most well-known is the Hyde Park. It is a traditional place of festivals and celebrations.
7. St. Paul's Cathedral.
It was built on the highest point of London 300 years ago. It is the London Bishop’s residence and is the most popular place of visit. The price of visit is £16.
8. The Houses of Parliament.
The official name is Palace of Westminster. It includes more than 1,100 rooms, more than a hundred stairs and about 5 kilometers of corridors. the House of Commons and the House of Lords (two traditional chambers) are located here. Nowadays anyone can visit the Houses of Parliament and even attend the session. You have to register by phone and go through special registration procedure.
9. The Thames.
The longest and most famous river in the UK which the British often call the “Father Thames”. In 1894 Tower Bridge was opened, and in 2012 a modern cableway was built over it. Popular tourist activities are river excursions and water-bus or boat trips. Every year one can watch here the boat race between Oxford and Cambridge universities.
10. Nelson's Column.
One of London’s most recognizable landmarks which is located in Trafalgar Square. It was built between 1840—1843 to commemorate Admiral Horatio Nelson who died in 1805 at the Battle of Trafalgar. Later, in 1868, the four sitting bronze lions were added to the base of the monument. The column is made of granite. Its weight is around 2,500 tons and its height is over 50 meters. In 2006 it was restored.
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1. "Big Ben"
World famous watch. Every day about 500 tourists come to London to see Big Ben. Built in 1858, it was named after the architect, whose name was Ben (Benjamin). Fun fact: you can't get inside Big Ben unless you're English. Tourists are not allowed.
2. Madame Tussauds.
The most famous wax museum. It features all famous people from singers and actors to prime ministers and presidents. All the works are so well done that sometimes you can confuse them with a real person.
3. Piccadilly Circus.
This place is far from the word “circus” (from the English Piccadilly Circus). It is a famous meeting place in the city. The place has become so popular that it is now considered a must-see for tourists.
4. London Ferris Wheel.
One of the largest in the world! Its height is 135 meters. It consists of 32 booths that symbolize the 32 boroughs of London. A full circle takes 30 minutes. But it's a view you'll never forget. Cost is around £20.
5. London National Gallery.
The gallery contains more than 2,000 works by world-famous masters of the 13th-20th centuries. You could spend the whole day there and it wouldn't be enough. What's interesting is that entry to the gallery is free for everyone.
6. London parks.
London is famous for its parks. If you add up the area of all the parks, they cover more land than the Principality of Monaco. The most famous is Hyde Park. It is a traditional place for festivals and celebrations.
7. St. Paul's Cathedral.
It was built on the highest point in London 300 years ago. It is the seat of the Bishop of London and is a popular place to visit. Entry cost £16.
8. Parliament building.
The official name is the Palace of Westminster. It includes more than 1,100 rooms, more than a hundred staircases and about five kilometers of corridors. There are two traditional chambers here: the Lords and the Commons. Nowadays, anyone can visit the Parliament building and even attend a meeting of the chambers. To do this, you need to make an appointment by phone and go through a special registration procedure.
9. River Thames.
The longest and most famous river in Great Britain, which the British often call “Father Thames”. Tower Bridge was opened in 1894, and in 2012 a modern cable car was built over the river. A popular activity for tourists is excursions and walks on river trams and boats. Every year you can watch boat competitions between the universities of Oxford and Cambridge here.
10. Nelson's Column.
One of the most recognizable landmarks in London, located in Trafalgar Square. It was erected between 1840-1843. in honor of Admiral Horatio Nelson, who died in 1805 at the Battle of Trafalgar. Later, in 1868, four seated bronze lions were added to the base of the monument. The column is made of granite. Its weight is about 2500 tons, and its height is more than 50 meters. In 2006, the column was restored.
Useful expressions:
the world-known clock- world famous watches
t o be named after- to be named after
to allow to do sth- allow someone to do something
to represent famous people - represent famous people
of a good quality - good quality
mistake smb for smb - confuse someone with someone else
to be free -b be free
to be famous for sth - to be known for something
be located- to be located, to be
cableway— cable car
landmark- sight.
Well, now let's add to this an exciting video about London. Listen, watch, marvel, learn and practice English at the same time!
Well, I think that now English classes for 5th grade (and maybe 6th grade!) will only be a joy, and an essay or one related to the sights of London will be a pleasure, because now you know everything!
I will be glad to see you among the readers of my blog and share with you all the most interesting things.
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London is home to many wonderful attractions that are of great importance to the culture and arts of not only Great Britain, but the whole world. Most of them are related to history. These are monuments, squares, majestic buildings. Every language learner should be able to describe the sights of London in English.
Sights of London in English
Big Ben
- one of the landmarks of London, which is considered a symbol of this city. Not only is it what many people associate with the UK, it is also the world's largest clock.
To describe this London landmark you can use the following words:
| Delight the eye | Pleases the eye |
| Be named after | Named after |
| The most famous | Most famous |
| Amazing | Amazing |
| Masterpiece | Masterpiece |
| Impressive clock | Impressive watch |
| clock tower | clock tower |
How to describe the London landmark Big Ben in English:
London Eye Ferris wheel
is a large Ferris wheel, an attraction that is loved by all tourists and residents of the capital of England. Its height is 135 meters, diameter - 120. This is the tallest wheel in Europe; more than 3.5 million tourists visit the attraction every year.
How to describe the Eye of London attraction in English:
You can describe the view from the Ferris wheel using the following words in English, and use them in a story about the attraction:
Trafalgar Square
– a popular place for meetings and demonstrations. The attraction is located in the center of London, at the intersection of three main London streets - Westminster, Whitehall and Mall.
Madame Tussaud's London
Known for his wax figures, which are made very accurately and with high quality. The attraction is on the list of must-sees for all tourists in London.
An example of a story about the London landmark Madame Tussauds in English:
Tower of London
- a landmark that is closely connected with English history. Here you can listen to interesting excursions and learn a lot about ancient events that took place in the city.
Description of London attractions in English:
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Buckingham Palace
is the residence of the royal family in the capital. The inside of the building has a very beautiful interior that attracts many tourists. The palace occupies 20 hectares of land, of which 17 are gardens, which in the past were forest used for hunting by members of the royal family.
A story about London landmarks in English:
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The British Museum
This is one of the largest museums in the world. It houses expensive collections of paintings by artists from all over the world. The attraction includes 94 galleries. Here you can book a thematic excursion and listen to about the history of art.
Tower Bridge
This is a drawbridge in central London and is often confused with London Bridge. It was opened in 1894. This bridge is a symbol of the capital. There is a gallery on the bridge that offers views of the city. Its length is 244 meters.
How to describe a London landmark in English:
Near the bridge there are two towers with observation platforms and galleries that are open to tourists. This attraction is considered a must-see for all visitors to the city.
London National Gallery
This is one of the largest galleries in the UK. In more detail, it presents more than 2 thousand exhibits of Western European painting. The paintings are arranged in chronological order, so visitors can listen to a lecture on art history while viewing examples of paintings.
How to describe a London landmark in English:
In the gallery you can also buy souvenirs and books about painting or audio lectures.
Westminster Abbey
The full name of this attraction is "Collegiate Church of St. Peter, Westminster." Since the 11th century, this place has been used for the coronation of monarchs. It is one of the most important religious sites in the country.
How to describe a London landmark in English:
This place has been a center of education and learning for many centuries. Within the walls of the attraction, the Bible has been translated into English. Royal weddings are also held in this church.
Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens
This park was created in the 18th century by the English monarch Henry the Eighth. He used the remains of the forest to create a green area near the palace. At that time, there were animals there and members of the royal family often hunted there. Each subsequent monarch improved this place and ennobled it.
Now it is the greenest area of London, where people come to get some fresh air, have a picnic or admire the sights.
How to describe a London landmark in English:
The main attraction of the park is Kensington Palace. It is an elegant and beautifully designed building that attracts many tourists.
Piccadilly Circus
– the central square of the city. There is rich architecture and many attractions. It was built in 1819 to establish transport links between neighboring streets.
How to describe a London landmark in English:
Piccadilly Circus is considered an exemplary square of a European capital. There are many modern shops and ancient buildings there. The Royal Academy of Arts, the Cupid Museum of London, the statue of Eros, and the Ritz Hotel are also located there.
The Houses of Parliament
This landmark symbolizes the country. The parliament was built in the 11th century, at that time it housed the residence of the kings.
How to describe this London landmark in English:
You can take a tour of the Parliament in summer during parliamentary recesses and on weekends, throughout the year. The rest of the time the building is inaccessible to tourists.
River Thames
Thames- the river on which London is located. It is a natural symbol of the city. The river flows into the North Sea, its maximum width in the city is 200 meters.
An example of a description of an attraction in English:
On the banks of the river in the city there is a large port, which is one of the largest in the world.
Nelson's Column
The attraction is located in the center of Trafalgar Square. This is a tall monument that was built and named in honor of the memory of Admiral Nelson. The column was built over three years - from 1840 to 1843. The monument is very tall: its height is only 51 meters.
How to describe a London landmark in English:
The attraction has an interesting history of creation. Some of its details are made from original materials, for example, the bronze leaves on the top were cast from English cannons, and the panels on the pedestal were from French ones.
Oxford Street
Oxford Street – an attraction that attracts tourists. The famous red buses travel here, and residents of the capital and guests walk here. This is the most famous shopping street in the whole world. Its length is 2.5 kilometers and there are about 300 shops offering a variety of good goods.
How to describe a London landmark in English:
On this famous street, shops constantly have sales, discounts sometimes reach 75%, which is why there are always so many tourists here.
Essay “Sights of London in English with translation”
An example of an essay on the topic “London Sights” in English:
| London is a big and beautiful city. Before you go there you need to find information about its sights. Because there are lots of interesting and historical places which every tourist must see. At first you can visit London eye. The magnificent view to London will open from the highest point of this place. It is very inspiring and unforgettable. After that tourists usually walk to the Trafalgar Square. The most important place of this part of London is Nelson’s Column. People like meeting here and walking with friends. There is also beautiful park in London. It is called Hyde Park. There are many flowers and trees. It is very green and nice. After that it is possible to visit Buckingham Palace. It is wonderful building! There are more than 600 rooms. It is a great possibility for tourists because they can watch where and how royal family live. Tourists also can order the excursion with guide. There is also an interesting place for shopping. It is Oxford Street. There are many shops with sales. Another interesting place which you need to visit is a river Thames. Tourist can rent a boat and walk through the river watching delightful view. London is a very interesting and cultural city! After visiting all these places you will never forget this trip! | London is a beautiful and big city. Before you go there, you need to find information about its attractions. Because there are many interesting and historical places that everyone should see. First you need to see the Ferris wheel. The view of London is incredible from the highest point of this place. It's very inspiring and unforgettable. After this, tourists usually go to Trafalgar Square. The most important part of this London landmark is Nelson's Column. People love to walk there and meet friends. There is a very beautiful park in London. It's called Hyde Park. There are many flowers and trees there, it is very beautiful and green. After this, you can visit Buckingham Castle. This is an amazing building! There are more than 600 rooms there. This is a great opportunity for tourists because they can see where and how the royal family lives. You can also book a guided tour there. London has plenty of shopping options. This is Oxford Street. There are many stores there that often have sales. Another interesting place to see is the River Thames. Tourists can rent a boat and stroll along the river, enjoying the beautiful views. London is a very interesting and cultural city. After visiting all these places, it is impossible to forget about this trip! |
Conclusion
London is the dream of many tourists, the city where films are shot and where Harry Potter lived. The article included a brief sightseeing tour of London, which will help make a presentation or report for an English lesson.
You can also view the surroundings and unusual sights of London online on your computer, it’s absolutely free. If you are going on a tourist trip to London, then do not forget to take a map so that you know the main routes and how to get to the point you need.
