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WDT ESSENTIAL GUIDES

LONDON TLondon that it is almost unfair to try to distill a list to a dozen.

here are so many facinating and fun things to do and see in

When we broached the idea to some of our contributors they all
12 ESSENTIAL THINGS TO DO had favorites that fit their interests and expertise. The following
list represents the places most agreed upon for first-time vistors
and they are not in any particular order.

Photos by Ron James unless otherwise marked
1 The historic castle on the north bank of the River Thames in central London is a must for visitors to get a feel of early English
TOWER OF LONDON

history and culture. Despite the Tower of London’s grim reputation as a place of torture and death, within these walls you will
also discover the history of a royal palace, an armoury and a powerful fortress. Discover the Crown Jewels, the awe-inspiring
symbols of monarchy that are still in use today. Don’t miss the royal ravens and learn about the wild and wondrous animals
that have inhabited the Tower, making it the first London Zoo. - www.hrp.org.uk/TowerOfLondon/

photo courtesy Visit Britain photo courtesy Visit Britain

10 Wine Dine & Travel Winter 2014