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The Location

Westminster is one of the two London boroughs that can boast a ‘city’ status and is dominated by some of London’s most beautiful architecture, historical attractions, and iconic areas. Running along the Thames to the south, and with the City to the east and Kensington and Chelsea to the West, Westminster’s prime location has made it one of the most expensive areas to live in London. This affluent borough, which includes Mayfair, Soho and Paddington, is home to the iconic landmarks of Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and the London Eye, and is both the centre of UK politics and a natural tourist hotspot.

The History of Westminster

This London borough is famous for it's royal ties, Buckingham Palace was built in 1703 for the Duke of Buckingham. During the 19th century the Palace was altered and became home to it's first monarch Queen Victoria in 1837. The Houses of Parliament were built in place of Westminster Palace in 1868, where the bell now known as Big Ben was installed in 1858.

Living in Westminster

Westminster is incredibly well-connected and is served by most Underground lines as well as main railway stations including Charing Cross, Marylebone, Paddington, and Victoria. Visitors to Westminster can enjoy art and culture in the world-class West End theatres, the Royal Opera House, Somerset House, and the National Gallery – before shopping in some of the best retail spots in London. Oxford Street, Covent Garden, Mayfair, and Soho all deliver with an eclectic mix of edgy boutiques, high street names, vintage stores, and high-end luxury brands.

Despite the borough’s central location, it boasts some of London’s most admired green spaces including Regent’s Park, Hyde Park, and St James Park, while the on-trend bars and busy nightclubs transform Westminster in the evenings while reeling in the rich, famous and appealing to the younger than average population.

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