Historical North London

London, the boisterous capital city of England, is one of the most historical cities of the world. Its very name is ancient and can be traced back to the 2^nd century. It contains four World Heritage Sites and other centuries-old places. For this reason and for the fact that it is one of the world’s leading financial centers, it has become the world’s most visited city.

London is split into North and South of the River Thames. North London includes most of the city’s historical areas such as the East End and West End, and also many of the major tourist destinations. Here, you will also find the most opulent historical hotels and the best western hotelsLondon can offer.

Historical buildings in North London includes: the 16th-century Bruce Castle which is converted to a museum and now features the history of Haringey; the 19th-century Alexandra Palace, currently being used for exhibitions, performances and other events; the London Canal Museum built in 1863 that features the history of England’s canals; and the Little Angel Theater built in 1961, a children’s puppet theater that still holds creative and amusing shows for children and adult alike.

You can also pay your respects to a few of the world’s historical figures. Visit the Highgate Cemetery located in North London. You’ll find the final resting places of great authors such as George Eliot and Douglas Adams, and revolutionary socialist Karl Marx. You’ll be surprised how a stroll through a graveyard can be quite interesting.

If a Victorian cemetery and old castles are not enough for a full historical experience, try taking home a personal piece of history, or at least, something vintage. Visit Camden passage on a Wednesday or Saturday to browse a full range of vintage clothes and jewelry, Japanese prints, antique crockery and other rare collectibles.

If you want to get something, which is more affordable, check out Princess May Car Boot Sale during Saturdays at Princess May Primary School. Anyone can set up a booth and auction or sell their wares. You’ll find a lot of unique and high quality vintage or antiques pieces that are not overly priced and some even come with a personal history.

Remember, to get the best London experience, make sure to book the best hotel available to you. There are many hotels in North London located near popular attractions and offer a great view of the city. You can choose from high-end and luxurious hotels to budget-friendly yet comfortable inns.