Look Around London - The National Gallery - video Dailymotion

We take a look around the free art gallery set in Trafalgar Square.

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00:00The National Gallery in Trafalgar Square is one of London's most celebrated art museums,

00:07housing over 2,300 works of European art. Founded in 1824, it contains masterpieces

00:13from renowned artists such as Leonardo da Vinci, Vincent van Gogh and Rembrandt. The

00:18gallery spans centuries of art from the medieval period to the 20th century, offering a comprehensive

00:24insight into European painting. The collection is also free to peruse, making it accessible

00:29to all art lovers. Whether you're interested in classical art or more modern pieces, the

00:34National Gallery has something for everyone. The museum's grand building and location

00:38in the heart of London make it a must-visit cultural destination, and the nearest tube

00:42stations are Charing Cross on the Bakerloo and Northern Lines and Leicester Square on

00:47the Piccadilly and Northern Lines.