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London 🇬🇧 A Hidden Gem Even Locals Often Confuse

Tucked away in WestLondon, close to the bustling area of Victoria, lies an easily overlooked treasure: ➡️ Westminster Cathedral When mentioning this, many people — including some "old Londoners" might think of the structure in image ten. ⚠️ No, it's not the famous Westminster Abbey, but a cathedral . They are not of the same denomination. This red-brick building isn't that ancient, being about 120 years old. It blends Neo-Byzantine style with Victorian-era red-brick design, giving it a very recognizable exterior. I visited the interior and was captivated: the soaring domes, the gleaming mosaic decorations, every step is worth taking in. ➡️ Campanile Tower: I didn't find a way to go up; it needs to be confirmed. ➡️ Mosaic Art: The intricate patterns on the walls and domes are rich in detail and very representative of the Byzantine style. Interestingly, one of them even features a depiction of Constantinople, which is truly Byzantine. It's definitely worth taking your time to admire. Though located in the city with busy traffic nearby, this place offers a sense of tranquility. 📍 Address: Victoria St, London SW1P 1LT #AestheticsOfLife #CaptureTheMoment #CulturalLandscapes #Travel #London #LondonLife #OffTheBeatenPath #Tourism #Photography #PhotographyInspiration #Photographs #HiddenGems

Doris
Doris
about 1 year ago
Doris
Doris
about 1 year ago

London 🇬🇧 A Hidden Gem Even Locals Often Confuse

Tucked away in WestLondon, close to the bustling area of Victoria, lies an easily overlooked treasure: ➡️ Westminster Cathedral When mentioning this, many people — including some "old Londoners" might think of the structure in image ten. ⚠️ No, it's not the famous Westminster Abbey, but a cathedral . They are not of the same denomination. This red-brick building isn't that ancient, being about 120 years old. It blends Neo-Byzantine style with Victorian-era red-brick design, giving it a very recognizable exterior. I visited the interior and was captivated: the soaring domes, the gleaming mosaic decorations, every step is worth taking in. ➡️ Campanile Tower: I didn't find a way to go up; it needs to be confirmed. ➡️ Mosaic Art: The intricate patterns on the walls and domes are rich in detail and very representative of the Byzantine style. Interestingly, one of them even features a depiction of Constantinople, which is truly Byzantine. It's definitely worth taking your time to admire. Though located in the city with busy traffic nearby, this place offers a sense of tranquility. 📍 Address: Victoria St, London SW1P 1LT #AestheticsOfLife #CaptureTheMoment #CulturalLandscapes #Travel #London #LondonLife #OffTheBeatenPath #Tourism #Photography #PhotographyInspiration #Photographs #HiddenGems

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