Category: England

Sketch of the astronomical clock at Hampton Court England

Hampton Court Astronomical Clock – Henry VIII’s Extravagant Timepiece

June 8, 2021

One of England’s most magnificent astronomical clocks is Hampton Court astronomical clock, a sixteenth-century masterpiece located in Hampton Court Palace. As King Henry’s lavish residence was designed to celebrate his wealth and magnificence, the astronomical clock served as an extra symbol of prestige. Built not only for decorative purposes, it was also vital to planning … More Hampton Court Astronomical Clock – Henry VIII’s Extravagant Timepiece

Drawing of the angel of the north sculpture in england

Drawing The Angel Of The North, England’s Iconic Sculpture

March 17, 2021

With its colossal wings outstretched on a hill in Gateshead is Angel of The North, England’s largest statue. With its outstretched wings and iconic shape that is both geometric and organic, it is one of England’s most recognisable pieces of art. For drivers zooming past on the A1 or A167 highways in England’s north, the … More Drawing The Angel Of The North, England’s Iconic Sculpture

London on foot

December 20, 2012

Well, it seems that for all these years I thought the London bridge was that famous twin towered attraction, but it was Tower Bridge I was thinking of! (So the song was about a different bridge falling down I guess…) Turns out the term applies to many bridges, and the medieval London bridge from the … More London on foot