Lions at the Tower

Regarded as symbols of power, lions were common place at the Tower of London during the middle ages.  Along with monkeys, bears and elephants wild animals were treated as creatures of curiosity for entertainment.  You might have even seen a bear or a lion fishing on the banks of the Thames.

Fortunately this century you will only find sculpture replicas.  This art installation of lions basking in the grounds of the Tower was created by sculpture Kendra Haste in 2011.

Continuing the Adventure

Continuing our MINI adventure we took in a few more of London's iconic sights.  From St Paul's we headed off towards Bank passing the walkie scorch with it's hairnet (see my previous post for explanation)

Past Tower, which we decided not to climb.

We drove over London Bridge and then came back over Tower Bridge.  I was concetrating on my driving in heavy traffic so no photos crossing the bridges.  We drove along Embankment and stopped to take the iconic photo of the London Eye. We took in the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben.  Drove around Trafalgar Square and up the Mall towards Buckingham Palace.  And as a treat for my American friend we organised a wee parade.

to be continued…..