subject: Reasons To Visit Somerset House While Staying In Hotels Near Temple Tube Station London [print this page] Somerset House is a major tourist attraction in London and is well known as a prime centre for arts and culture ideally situated in the heart of the capital city. This is Londons premium Georgian survival and it houses fabulous adventure options, thus making it an ideal place for tourists to catch a glimpse of while on a holiday trip to the capital city. Those staying in hotels near Temple tube station can visit the Somerset House conveniently as it is located stones throw away from the tube.
Here are five reasons which make Somerset House a worth visiting place while travelling to the city for holiday:
The Fountains Court:
Step out of your London hotels and catch a glimpse of the fountains court. This place has been attributed in more films than roughly anywhere else within central London. It is a sparkling place that has been fetched to life by addition of dancing fountains. This place allure people especially kids and feels like an oasis during hot summer months. During summers, the place is used for arranging pop concerts and ice skating in winters.
The Courtyard Gallery:
To witness an amazing collection of the finest art from all across the world, The Courtyard Gallery is the place to be at. It houses masterpieces from almost all veteran artists. Van Gogh, Pissarro, Monet, Degas are few of them. With spectacular setting all over three floors catch a glimpse of the timeless and elegant period furniture. There is an entry fee to the Courtyard Gallery.
The Secret Bits:
This is an installation done by Bill Fontana and it opens up at the unreachable areas of this Georgian building and completely fills them with the impressive hums of the Thames River. Take a plunge into the passageways under the court. It also features a dead room that contains gravestones of the courtiers who died around 400 years back.
The Stairs:
Two most astounding staircases in London city are here in the Somerset House. The Nelson Stair at the western side features a unique blend of straight bits and curves. During Second World War, the original staircase was destroyed, however it was reconstructed. You can even ascend the Stamp Stair on the eastern side.
River Terrace:
The Riverside Terrace boasts of its striking sight of Thames and the South Bank. The neighbouring cafe is one of the most fair priced than at any other tourist spot in the capital city. This is one of the best places to take pleasure in a cup of tea.
These are some of the fantastic facts which make Somerset House one of the best attractions in the capital city and allure tourists coming to London for a leisure holiday.
