subject: Showcasing Venues For London Olympics 2012 Close To Holborn Hotels London [print this page] This time London is preparing at its best for the forthcoming Olympic Games 2012 starting from 27th July to 12th August 2012. London is selected as the host city which will make it the first city to have hosted the modern Olympic games of three Olympiads. The city is looking forward to it and is expected to allure thousands of tourists. Although London is already popular among visitors for its charm, Olympics this time will further be a magnet for tourists from all nooks and corners of the world.
The capital city is revamping a lot of things including the transport system and some historic landmarks too. These games will use a mixture of new venues in some of the well known locations. Tourists travelling through London tube stations can also reach the Olympic venues easily as some of the games venues are ideally sited close to these underground stations. Holborn tube station is one of them hosting several games venues. Holborn London hotels provides a convenient base for travellers coming in to stay as venues are closely located.
Browse through some of the London Olympics venues close to Holborn underground station:
Earls Court:
This venue ideally lies in West London. This venue already hosts hundreds of events each year. Visitors come and attend these events from around the world. This time the venue is about to host the game of Volleyball. The spectacular arena has the capacity of 15000. The venue can be conveniently reached through Holborn underground and is served by bus services too.
Horse Guards Parade:
This venue lies at the heart of Whitehall which is the political centre of the UK. This London venue right on the Prime Ministers doorstep will host Beach Volleyball competition. A temporary arena is especially built for the Olympic Games this time. Sand is brought in to create Londons own beach.
Hyde Park:
This is one of the largest parks in Central London. Hyde Park is again a temporary venue for hosting four Olympic Games. Spectators will surely enjoy, as they will be able to watch athletes cycle, run and swim on the course. Above these, the area is well prepared for the London 2012 Triathlon.
Lords Cricket Ground:
This cricket ground regularly hosts both one day international and test cricket matches. It has been a home to cricket since the year 1814. For London Olympics 2012, Lords Cricket Ground is about to host the Olympic Archery Competition. This venue is a permanent one.
The Mall:
Both the Olympic and Paralympic Marathons along with Olympic Cycling road races will start and finish at The Mall which is a permanent venue for hosting several events. It ideally lies within the heart of London and remains a popular backdrop for various formal ceremonies.
Residing at London hotels close to Holborn tube station will actually make your visit even more enjoyable as you can easily visit any of the above mentioned Olympic venues for witnessing a game of your choice.
