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Look around London: Trafalgar Square
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2 months ago
A look at one of London’s most historic sites.
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Hello and welcome to another edition of Look Around London.
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Trafalgar Square is one of London's most iconic public spaces, located in the heart
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of the city.
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It was built in the 1830s to commemorate the British victory at the Battle of Trafalgar
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in 1805, where Admiral Lord Nelson defeated the French and Spanish navies.
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At its centre stands Nelson's Column, a towering 52-metre monument, guarded by four giant
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bronze lions.
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The square is surrounded by key landmarks, including the National Gallery, which houses
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world-famous artworks.
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It was also a hub for public gatherings, protests, celebrations and cultural meetings.
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The square features historic fountains, statues and at the famous plinth, a platform of rotating
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contemporary art.
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