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There are a number of Day Trips from London
to the top attractions around England.
London was founded after the Roman invasion of
England in 43AD. The Romans built a bridge over the
River Thames, then named the town that grew around
the bridge Londinium.
The Anglo-Saxon's took control of England soon
after the Roman's withdrew in the 400s. Their capital
and Royal Residence was at Winchester, 61 miles
southwest.
The Norman's took control of England in 1066,
leading to the building of the Tower of London. This
led to London becoming the Royal Residence, home of
Government, and capital of England.
The current Royal Family under
King Charles, have a number of Palaces where they
live. The Kings London residences are at Buckingham Palace in
London centre, and at Windsor Castle 23
miles west.
Other members of the Royal Family have London
residences at Kensington Palace,
St James's Palace,
and Clarence House that
is attached to St James's Palace.
The main Royal Church in the centre of London is
Westminster Abbey
where many Royals are buried, along with many famous
UK people.
St Paul's Cathedral
is where Royal events too large for Westminster Abbey
are held, such as the wedding of Prince Charles to
Lady Diana Spencer.
There are also a number of Royals buried at the
large St George's Chapel in
Windsor Castle.
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