Kensington: A grand place to be
Kensington has the distinction of being an area which is among the most expensive, in terms of purchasing real estate, around the world. London is considered in the top ten of most compilations of most expensive cities in terms of rentals and purchases with Kensington being a significant reason attributable to it.
The reason why Kensington is so attractive is because it is classy, very well located and has great surroundings. After all, there has to be a reason why a four bedroom house can set a buyer back more than twenty eight million quid! Kensington is very accessible; yet, is withdrawn from the bustle which London is known for.
Kensington is a great place if one is interested in museums as three museums fall under the geographical demarcations of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, which is the area of London which Kensington lies in. These museums are the Victoria and Albert Museum which is a great prospect if the tourist visiting London is an enthusiast and connoisseur of fine art. In addition to this, the British Natural History Museum is not only impressive from the outside but does not disappoint when it comes to the exhibits which are displayed; viewed upon the entry of the visitor. The Science Museum is also based in Kensington and has fascinated many visitors, be they children or even the aged.
If one still wishes to view art after visiting the Victoria and Albert Museum, a visit to the Serpentine Gallery in Hyde Park is well worth one’s while. This is a place where one can go through some very interesting contemporary art and have one’s wallet completely unaffected while doing it. During the months of summer, which many say are the best time to visit London, there are event pavilions which are built on the advice of architects, who are commissioned by the Serpentine Gallery.
If, fuelled, by the art of display both at the Victoria and Albert Museum and at the Serpentine Gallery in Hyde Park, one can head straight to Kensington Church Street so as to obtain art of good quality; which is worth writing home about. Kensington Church Street is also a good place to pick up antiques to carry home. What is also on Kensington Church Street is Lanche Eatery, which is a great place to consume an almond croissant and wash it down with great coffee; or create one’s own salad if one is more health oriented. If one is not, he or she is likely to have a far more enjoyable time by tasting the produce of Aubaine and the fantastic cakes on offer at La Cigale.
Talking about Hyde Park, a hotel guest in Kensington can easily go over and sit by the Princess of Wales Memorial, in memory of Princess Diana, and spend a calm moment by the fountain. Though located deep in London, the greenery which one can find on a walk in the area of Kensington is a treat for eyes which are understandably tired of the chaotic sights of the city.
Furthermore, if a visitor to the city who happens to be staying in Kensington is a football enthusiast and wishes to catch a good quality game of it which is absolutely riveting, Stamford Bridge, the home of Chelsea Football Club is not far away. Kensington and Chelsea are the neighbourhoods where the homes of many of the powerful men and women on the Rich List are.
If one wishes to stay in Kensington due to all its virtues, the Park Grand London Kensington is an apt hotel to base oneself so as to explore London. Here, the executive rooms London Kensington are of very high quality, to boot and are well tailored to the needs of a traveller who wishes to enjoy London and needs the rest required to do so.
What is also accessible to the tourist by staying in Kensington, is the Royal Albert Hall. This venue has been the location of many a great music concert or performance over the years. A memorable performance, of the many which have been conducted here include ‘A Concert for George’, which was held in 2002 in memory of the great musician and the guitarist of the Beatles.
Kensington is well connected by the tube and it takes about an hour for one to reach to either the Heathrow or Gatwick airports if the traveller chooses this mode of transport.
All in all, Kensington is a great place to stay; for so many valid reasons. History [with Buckingham Palace and Westminster not far away], culture and attractions all situated so close by, one is likely to wish to stay much longer!
The reason why Kensington is so attractive is because it is classy, very well located and has great surroundings. After all, there has to be a reason why a four bedroom house can set a buyer back more than twenty eight million quid! Kensington is very accessible; yet, is withdrawn from the bustle which London is known for.
Kensington is a great place if one is interested in museums as three museums fall under the geographical demarcations of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, which is the area of London which Kensington lies in. These museums are the Victoria and Albert Museum which is a great prospect if the tourist visiting London is an enthusiast and connoisseur of fine art. In addition to this, the British Natural History Museum is not only impressive from the outside but does not disappoint when it comes to the exhibits which are displayed; viewed upon the entry of the visitor. The Science Museum is also based in Kensington and has fascinated many visitors, be they children or even the aged.
If one still wishes to view art after visiting the Victoria and Albert Museum, a visit to the Serpentine Gallery in Hyde Park is well worth one’s while. This is a place where one can go through some very interesting contemporary art and have one’s wallet completely unaffected while doing it. During the months of summer, which many say are the best time to visit London, there are event pavilions which are built on the advice of architects, who are commissioned by the Serpentine Gallery.
If, fuelled, by the art of display both at the Victoria and Albert Museum and at the Serpentine Gallery in Hyde Park, one can head straight to Kensington Church Street so as to obtain art of good quality; which is worth writing home about. Kensington Church Street is also a good place to pick up antiques to carry home. What is also on Kensington Church Street is Lanche Eatery, which is a great place to consume an almond croissant and wash it down with great coffee; or create one’s own salad if one is more health oriented. If one is not, he or she is likely to have a far more enjoyable time by tasting the produce of Aubaine and the fantastic cakes on offer at La Cigale.
Talking about Hyde Park, a hotel guest in Kensington can easily go over and sit by the Princess of Wales Memorial, in memory of Princess Diana, and spend a calm moment by the fountain. Though located deep in London, the greenery which one can find on a walk in the area of Kensington is a treat for eyes which are understandably tired of the chaotic sights of the city.
Furthermore, if a visitor to the city who happens to be staying in Kensington is a football enthusiast and wishes to catch a good quality game of it which is absolutely riveting, Stamford Bridge, the home of Chelsea Football Club is not far away. Kensington and Chelsea are the neighbourhoods where the homes of many of the powerful men and women on the Rich List are.
If one wishes to stay in Kensington due to all its virtues, the Park Grand London Kensington is an apt hotel to base oneself so as to explore London. Here, the executive rooms London Kensington are of very high quality, to boot and are well tailored to the needs of a traveller who wishes to enjoy London and needs the rest required to do so.
What is also accessible to the tourist by staying in Kensington, is the Royal Albert Hall. This venue has been the location of many a great music concert or performance over the years. A memorable performance, of the many which have been conducted here include ‘A Concert for George’, which was held in 2002 in memory of the great musician and the guitarist of the Beatles.
Kensington is well connected by the tube and it takes about an hour for one to reach to either the Heathrow or Gatwick airports if the traveller chooses this mode of transport.
All in all, Kensington is a great place to stay; for so many valid reasons. History [with Buckingham Palace and Westminster not far away], culture and attractions all situated so close by, one is likely to wish to stay much longer!
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