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Originally Posted by worldiswide
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there is always something new to see, even if you've been there before including museums and restaurants and in our case theatre...
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Trafalgar Square
Today, the National Gallery was first on the agenda. But first a look at Trafalgar Square.
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National Gallery - Raphael Exhibition
As I mentioned earlier, there was a Raphael exhibition. Without gushing, it was one of the greatest exhibitions I have ever seen. Over 100 drawings and paintings from all periods of his rather short career. Here are a few impressions:
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Originally Posted by offerendum
(Post 34336040)
As I mentioned earlier, there was a Raphael exhibition. Without gushing, it was one of the greatest exhibitions I have ever seen. Over 100 drawings and paintings from all periods of his rather short career.
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Spencer House
Next it was time for a little exoticism. In the old days, practically every noble family had a house in London in addition to their ancestral home. Since the houses could hardly be financed in the long run, they were gradually sold and mostly demolished. One of the few houses that still exists is Spencer House. The house was rented to the Rothschild Trust, which also renovated it. One of the conditions was that it be opened to visitors once a week. So I stood in front of the house to take part in a guided tour.
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...56460fb1d6.jpg https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...4e097ca38b.jpg In the house, photography was only allowed in 2 rooms. Whether the staircase was one of them remains to be seen. https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...f4c41e30c8.jpg I will limit myself to showing the 2 rooms, of course there was much more to discover. First, the great hall with lots of gold. https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...5cc53da4c4.jpg https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...c5b0800c4f.jpg https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...3a4cdf6d21.jpg https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...374bf14e2a.jpg https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...863c4cc63a.jpg https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...0d14a3e849.jpg https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...c9ecab8b31.jpg https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...0325ee106f.jpg https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...daafd8e8ec.jpg https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...103cd5bb99.jpg https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...ca8ef580ef.jpg View into the garden, until today only leased from the Crown. https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...8583e6c217.jpg The second and somewhat more intimate hall. Nevertheless, there was plenty of gold and marble. https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...b366546983.jpg https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...eae8d5e9f7.jpg https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...f5eaf66aed.jpg https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...62df76b1f2.jpg https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...5b81b1a35f.jpg https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...6a9840ca98.jpg https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...82f1299ba6.jpg Spencer House is not one of the classic sights that London holidaymakers visit and can only be visited to a limited extent, but despite this, or perhaps because of it, it is well worth a visit. |
i can't say i have heard of the place before but your pictures of it look nice.
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Originally Posted by nequine
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i can't say i have heard of the place before but your pictures of it look nice.
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Peggy Porschen
Next we visited Peggy Porschen. This is quite a well-known patisserie that had last hosted the tea with the Lanesborough.
The entrance is particularly popular, with people taking photos here all the time. It was not exactly easy to get in. Many of the photographers (Instagram says hello) take their photo and then leave again. https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...2a4d468cef.jpg https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...2d4698b2bd.jpg The things look beautiful without question. We took a little bit back to the hotel, it was packed very elaborately. https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...db8bb8ff65.jpg The quality of the cakes was OK, but nothing outstanding. You don't have to travel to London for this, even a diversion in the city is only worth it to a limited extent. https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...9805316a50.jpg https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...ea284429d8.jpg |
Amaya
When I'm in London, I try to eat at least in an Indian restaurant. This time I chose Amaya. It belongs to the same group as Veeraswamy, which I visited in 2019. It has a Michelin star and describes itself as "one of London's hottest restaurants".
The restaurant is located in a kind of passage and is not so easy to find. A signpost would not go amiss here. https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...3dfac17808.jpg The interior is relatively dark and has an open kitchen. It was quite crowded. https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...5c4551029e.jpg The meal consists of dishes that are intended for sharing. Lassi https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...2b396180da.jpg We started with the seafood platter. https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...0e68c9da25.jpg Plain Naan and Truffle Naan. https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...92929f3973.jpg https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...4aad7791c6.jpg Paneer Tikka https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...9155173e27.jpg Seabass https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...6077ba26d7.jpg Chana Tart Chat https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...87f65b6d25.jpg https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...bc23c1924f.jpg Vegetarian Biryani https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...58592954f8.jpg https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...7949735ad4.jpg We were really full and the desserts were not super exciting. So we took the bill. Not too little I would say.... https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...be3ce9cf45.jpg The food was good and tasty, if a little expensive. Still, of the starred Indian restaurants in London that I know, it was the least interesting. |
Originally Posted by offerendum
(Post 34336040)
As I mentioned earlier, there was a Raphael exhibition. Without gushing, it was one of the greatest exhibitions I have ever seen. Over 100 drawings and paintings from all periods of his rather short career.
Originally Posted by offerendum
(Post 34389565)
When I'm in London, I try to eat at least in an Indian restaurant. This time I chose Amaya. It belongs to the same group as Veeraswamy, which I visited in 2019. It has a Michelin star and describes itself as "one of London's hottest restaurants".
... The food was good and tasty, if a little expensive. Still, of the starred Indian restaurants in London that I know, it was the least interesting. |
Originally Posted by richarddd
(Post 34389624)
Which Indian restaurant would you recommend?
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Lanesborough Bar
Of course, there is also a bar at the Lanesborough. It is quite nicely done.
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Your photos of basically everything are just excellent!
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Originally Posted by lb8001
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Your photos of basically everything are just excellent!
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