After satisfying our curiosity over the legendary Tower of London and admiring the Coronation Crown and the Sceptre, embedded with the grand diamonds Cullinan I and II, and the rest of the priceless Royal Jewelry, we wormed our way passing the turrets and towers out to the bank of the Thames.
Changing of the guards. It was, for me, the same as other changing of guards in any cities (e.g. Coppenhagen or Athens). The only differece was that lovely (yet wierd) red outfits with furry black hat (or something alike, I don't know what it's called). The Changing here was a lil' more fancifully and musically performed than any other places. It would have been more impressive if less crowded and we didn't have to wait an hour before "the show" begun.
Hyde Park. Surprisingly one of the place I like most. I parted from Now after visiting Buckingham Palace to take a walk in this enormous public park. The day was gloomy, but I felt at ease and relaxed while walking along the serene lake Serpentine, habitat and sanctuary of dozen of species of birds and fish.
Portobello Market is a crowded open-air market in which you can lose yourself through thousand pieces of antiques and trinkets or even street gastronomy. Be there early on Saturday's morning to make the most out of it. A place for tourists and local people alike. By the way, Now found the same skirt she bought in Bangkok at a shop here, priced at 30 pounds. The one sold in Bkk cost her like 3 pounds though. Heheh.
Sincerely another destination that I felt obliged to visit. I like museums in general, despite of their size. But I have a real phobia for overcrowded museums ablaze with camera flash, in which all you have to do is make your way through tourist-turned-photographers to get a glimpse of relics. As chaotic as Le Louvre, British Museum is really a great place to explore the history of mankind, if you have lots of time, of course. The Asian Collection is the mutt's nut! Don't miss it. :)
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