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Walk through Westminster's grand civic heart, where centuries of royal ceremony and political power converge. You'll move from the solemn Abbey to the ceremonial Mall, tracing the symbolic geography that has shaped Britain's story.

• #history
• #architecture
• #art

Adapted from WorldWalks

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1. Westminster Abbey

   Step into nearly a thousand years of coronations, state funerals, and royal weddings within these Gothic walls.

   Dean's Yard, London SW1P 3PA, UK·history

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2. Big Ben

   The Elizabeth Tower's clock face is instantly recognizable, and the Palace of Westminster behind it remains one of London's most distinctive architectural achievements.

   London SW1A 0AA, UK·architecture

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3. Parliament Square

   This leafy square surrounds you with statues of statesmen and offers clear views of the Abbey and Parliament buildings.

   Parliament Sq, London SW1, UK·history

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4. St James's Park

   London's oldest Royal Park gives you breathing room with its lake, tree-lined paths, and the pelicans that have lived here for over three centuries.

   London SW1A 2BJ, UK·nature & parks

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5. Buckingham Palace

   The official London home of the monarch sits behind its ironwork gates, a working palace rather than a museum open to the public.

   London SW1A 1AA, UK·architecture

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6. The Mall

   This stately processional avenue, lined with flag poles and leading directly to the Palace, is where you'll feel the weight of ceremony.

   The Mall, London SW14, UK·architecture

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7. Trafalgar Square

   One of London's grandest public squares holds Nelson's Column and the National Gallery, anchoring this walk in culture and commemoration.

   Trafalgar Sq, London WC2N 5DS, UK·art & culture

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