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Unusual Places to look in London

London is always a place of hum and drum, with busy roads, and busy people. But Whatson has curated some of the unusual and offbeat places to look up to. These places are less travelled and yet will be a perfect outing place other than then usual places.

The Magnificent Seven

the Magnificent Seven

The Magnificent Seven is the name given to the seven large private cemeteries to lower the burden of overcrowding on the burial grounds. These private cemeteries are a work of art within themselves. The Magnificent Seven is one of the few unusual places to visit in London. Though this place is now popular among the tourists from around the world.

The Leake Street Tunnel

the Leake street tunnel

The Leake Street tunnel is a part of the Leake Street Arches. And it is London’s largest legal street art area. Over the last few years, it has become one of the offbeat places to visit in London. And has attracted numerous tourists from all around the world. The major original artwork here is by Banksy and the Can Festival in 2008 was hosted.

Leighton House Museum

the Leighton house Museum

Holding a rich history, this museum is recognized for its elaborate orientalist and aesthetic interiors. Leighton House Museum was Frederic Leighton’s home. He commissioned the architect and designer George Aitchison to build a combined home and studio. This place is among the unusual places to visit in London and is a must-visit place for ancient history and Culture.

The Cartoon Museum

the Cartoon Museum

The Cartoon Museum is a devoted domestic for British cartoons, caricatures, comedian strips, and activities. The huge library contains over 5000 books and 4000 comics. The museum issues and features more than 250 exhibits. The cartoon craftmanship trust has also established a museum with a gallery and innovative exhibitions. This has been done to make the creativity of cartoon art past and present, accessible to all for the purpose of education, research, and enjoyment.

Hidden Roman Temple

Mithraeum Temple

During a building’s construction in 1954, the London Mithraeum, also known as the Temple of Mithras was discovered. The temple has a history linked back to 300 AD. When cryptic organizations were famous for merchants, soldiers, and imperial administrators.

This temple was constructed to give an image of a cave where Mithras once slew a bull. This temple still depicts the essence of ancient times. It has the largest collection of artifacts that tell us about life in Rome.

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