트라팔가 광장(Traflagar Square)(1). 런던(London)

트라팔가 광장(Traflagar Square)(1). 런던(London). 영국(England)

Trafalgar Square

 Trafalgar Square is the centre for national rejoicing and assemblies and rallies of various causes. It is on the site of former Royal Mews and stables dating back to the days of Edward I (1272-1307). The present square was laid out between 1840 and 1845 by Sir Charles Barry, architect of the Houses of Parliament, part of which, 'Big Ben', can be seen to the South.

 

The square commemorates the famous victory of Admiral Viscount Nelson at the battle of Trafalgar in 1805 during which he was killed. The Nelson Column, on top of which is a status of the Admiral, is one of London's most famous landmarks. Around the base are four bronze panels depicting his naval victories at Cape St. Vincent (1797), Copenhagen (1801), The Nile (1798) and Trafalgar (1805_

 

Original panel unveiled by The Right Honourable Peter Brooke CH MP

Secretary of State for National Heritage 8th March 1994.

 

This panel was updated in 2009 and was unveiled by Councillor Robert Davis DL

Deputy Leader of Westminster City Council in 2010.

 

Site plan

 

 

St. Martin in the Fields

 

The Springbok on South Africa House

 

One of the four Lions at the base of Nelson's Column

 

Charles I

 

Nelson's Column

 

Admiralty Arch

 

Jubilee Walkway route map

The Jubilee Walkway, designed and administered by a special Trust, was established to commemorate the Silver Jubilee of her Majesty Queen Elizabeth in 1977. It encircles the centre of London, embracing many historic buildings and views. It is approximately 14 miles (22.4 km) in length.

 

Follow the Jubilee Walkway on foot using the circular walkway plates embedded in the ground around London.

 

For leaflets and further information on walks in London telephone 0870 240 6094

 

To hear this panel call and select 202.

 

www.jubileewalkway.com

 

 

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