Monday, February 21, 2011

Islington Attractions

If you are planning to visit London and you want to stay in some of the hotels in Islington, here is some information about the district and its landmarks, which you could visit when you are there. Islington is central district of London, situated from Islington High Street to Highbury Fields, including the area around the Upper Street. Moreover, locals associate the Islington name to the areas built in Georgian era and placed near the Upper Street, such as Barnsbury, Canonbury, etc. These days, Islington is well known and easy to reach London borough that attracts visitors with its great modern and stylish look. Hence, if you are planning to go there, here are some Islington attractions, you could visit when you are in London.

1. Almeida Theatre is situated in Islington, close to the busy Upper Street. The theatre is famous all around the city and offers to its visitors variety of dramatic performances present by both British and foreign troupes.

2. Angel Clock Tower is one of the iconic symbols of Islington, situated near the Angel Underground Station, where you could set your watch to “tick-tock” at London time.

3. Angel Wings is one fascinating creation of the human creativity, placed in the Islington main shopping area. The sculpture is built in 2003 by group of local designers.

4. Barnard Park is one of the largest parks in the area, where locals spend their spare time to go for a walk and rest from their intensive daily basis.

5. Battishall Street Gardens are another place that you could also enjoy during your stay in Isington. Those gardens are one favorite meeting place for locals, where you will have the opportunity to explore its great floral collection and many beautiful trees.

Hence, do not wait, book in advance some of the Islington hotels and spend one amazing vacation in London, England. 

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