London

Our feet told us we had walked too many miles in our shoes but we certainly saw plenty.
We left the train at Waterloo station and walked through Jubilee gardens to the London Eye. From there it was a stroll across Westminster bridge to gaze at Big Ben. It looks fabulously clean and tidy. Because it was Sunday we couldn't go inside Westminster Abbey but it is an imposing building. Our walk then took us through St James 's park to Buckingham Palace where we were able to see the Guards preparing for their daily changing and march. An American lady at the front of the crowd said I could move into the space next to her. She had her camera lined up already and anyway I was taller than her so could get some photos from above her head. True!
 We then headed around Constitution Hill and along to Knightsbridge and a wander through Harrods. The Egyptian decor above the escalators was awe inspiring as were some of the items. The food hall was fun and tempting.

The Tube ride to Picadilly and the walk to Covent Garden was interesting but a cool drink was needed. We thought we'd continue on the Tube to The Tower but some of the stops were closed so we walked all the way. Now there was a crowd!  Across the Tower Bridge and along to Waterloo station and a grateful sit on the train for 1/2 an hour. Foot weary but a great sunny day for sightseeing.

 Left - TheGuards









Buckingham Palace

 Memorial to Diana and Dodi in Harrods