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Look around London: St Paul’s Cathedral
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We look at one of London’s most beautiful buildings.
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Hello and welcome to another edition of Look Around London.
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St Paul's Cathedral is more than just a church, it's a symbol of resilience, rebirth and
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British history.
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The current cathedral, designed by Sir Christopher Wren, was completed in 1710 after the Great
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Fire of London destroyed the medieval original in 1666.
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It's iconic dome, inspired by St Peter's Belisca in Rome, is one of the largest in
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the world.
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St Paul's became a national icon during World War II, when it miraculously survived
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the Blitz, a famous photograph of its dome rising through the smoke became a powerful
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symbol of British resilience.
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Over the centuries, it has hosted major events including Royal Jubilees, the funeral of Winston
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Churchill and the wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana in 1981.
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