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Sights of London

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МБОУ СОШ № 7 им. Л.И. Севрюкова

г. Анапа Краснодарский край

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Татьяна Григорьевна

museums

galleries

monuments

parks

theaters

palaces

towers

The population of London is about 8 million. London is situated on the river Thames.

London is divided into several parts: the City, the West End, the East End and Westminster.

The City is the oldest part of London. It is a financial and business center.

The West End is the part where rich people live. You can see the best hotels, shops, clubs, parks and houses here.

There are many factories and ports of London in the East End

British Museum

Hyde Park

St. Paul`s Cathedral

Westminster Abbey

Trafalgar Square

Royal Albert Hall

Big Ben

Tower of London

Buckingham Palace

Tower Bridge

London Eye

Now you can see the geographical centre

of London Trafalgar Square

In the middle of it , there is the famous Nelson Column in memory of Admiral Nelson’s victory at Trafalgar.

Trafalgar Square is a public square in the City of Westminster, Central London. Its name commemorates the Battle of Trafalgar, a British naval victory in the Napoleonic Wars over France and Spain that took place on 21 October 1805. It is known as Nelson’s Column. This square is used for walking, demonstrations and holidays. It is very popular among tourists and citizens.

We are in Westminster now. It is the governmental part of London.

Westminster Palace, the seat of the British Parliament.

Opposite the Houses of Parliament is Westminster Abbey , it’s a church.

The present building was started in 1245 . Most British Kings and Queens were crowned here, and many famous people are buried [berid] here, too.

The Houses of Parliament

The Clock Tower of the Houses of Parliament is famous for its big bell, known as “Big Ben” that hangs in the clock tower at the northern end of the Houses of Parliament in Westminster, London, England. Officially, the tower itself is called Elizabeth Tower, but we know it as Big Ben.

has struck every hour since 1859.

It takes its name from the man who first ordered the bell, Sir Benjamin Hall.

Another famous place in London is the British Museum , founded in 1753 . It contains one of the richest collections of antiquities in the world. There is also one of the largest library in this museum. There is a reading room, but you can’t lend books. There are 11 departments in this museum.

Here there is also the National Gallery - an art gallery with its wonderful collection of western paintings in Britain. It was founded in 1824 .

The Tower of London

In the centre of the City there is the Tower of London. It was founded by Julius Caesar and in 1066 rebuilt by William the Conqueror. It was used by him as a fortress and a palace . Later, it was made a prison . At last it was transformed into a tourist attraction, a museum . Now it contains no prisoners, it has the Crown treasures and legends.

Yeoman Warders

Beefeaters or Yeoman Warders not only guard the tower, but also give guided tours of the fortress. One of the Yeoman Warders is known as the Ravenmaster, responsible for the ravens that have been living here for centuries. Legend says that the Tower and the kingdom will fall if the ravens leave.

The Ceremony of the Keys

Among Beefeaters’ duties is the ceremonial closing of the gates each evening. Known as the Ceremony of the Keys, this 700-year-old tradition sees the Chief Warder present the keys of the tower to the Resident Governor.

Tower Bridge

This Tower bridge was built in 1894. It is still used in London. It regulates a large part of great traffic of the capital. The pedestrian part is closed. People can’t walk there. The bridge offers amazing views of the city. You can also see a magnificent port which is one of the largest in the world.

St. Paul’s Cathedral

It is one of the most spectacular cathedral's in the world. It was designed by Sir Christopher Wren. The twin Baroque towers and magnificent 365-foot dome of St. Paul's are a masterpiece of English architecture. If you're up to it, be sure to walk the stairs with their spectacular views of the dome's interior, including the Whispering Gallery.

The Whispering Gallery

It's so called because of its remarkable acoustic properties. It's possible to hear a whisper from across the dome's total width of 112 feet.

Buckingham Palace

The Buckingham Palace is the London residence of the British Queen– Elizabeth II . It was built and decorated by the best British designers in 1703 , but the Queen likes stay at her castles outside London.

There are more than 600 rooms in this building. Every year near 50 hundreds people are invited to this residence for parties and banquets.

The London Eye

The London Eye is a Ferris wheel on the South Bank of the River Thames. The structure is 135 metres tall and the wheel has a diameter of 120 metres, has got 32 comfortable capsules for people to stand in. It can carry 800 people in each rotation. London Eye can be also used for weddings! It is an unforgettable holiday.

The changing of the guard

The changing of the guard, which occurs most days at 11:30am in the forecourt, has become one of London’s most popular tourist attractions and is free to watch.

No 10 Downing Street

No 10 Downing Street is home and official office of the British Prime Minister . It is a meeting place for the Cabinet and a venue for state events and visiting Heads of foreign Governments.

Tate Modern

Tate Modern is Britain's national museum of International Modern and Contemporary art. Housed in the former Bankside Power Station, the galleries and huge turbine hall, 35 meters high and 152 meters long, display works from the year 1900 to the present day. It is the most visited modern art gallery in the world.

The London Millennium bridge

Opened in 2000, the London Millennium footbridge is an ultramodern steel suspension bridge that links the Southbank to the City of London.

Hyde Park

Hyde Park is one of London's finest landscapes dating back to the 16th Century, when King Henry VIII used it to hunt deer and wild boar. Today it is a magnificent park with lakes, meadows, tracks and over 4000 trees. Hyde Park has Speakers' Corner, a traditional forum for free speech.

Madam Tussaud’s

Madam Tussaud’s is the most amazing wax museum in the whole world! It is visited by 2,5 million people every year. Every day you can see thousands of people standing in the queue near the entering to this building. There are many different wax figures. You can see famous actors, singers and politicians.

Mazes

England is famous for its mazes. One of the best mazes is situated at the Hampton Court, a royal palace near London. It consists of one kilometer of paths and it takes 20 minutes to reach the center … if you are lucky

Piccadilly Circus

Now we are on Piccadilly Circus, it’s the busiest square in central London, known for the figure of Eros in the middle, for its lively nightlife and for its flocks of pigeons

Piccadilly Circus is a busy square in the heart of London. It is famous for the fountain that was installed here at the end of the 19th century and for the neon advertising that turned the square into a miniature version of Times Square in New York.

Piccadilly Circus is used as a meeting place for rallies. That’s why if you are in Piccadilly Circus you can meet very strange- looking young people wearing all kinds of fancy clothes and speaking different languages.

Covent Garden

Covent Garden is a world-famous district with a great mix of shops, restaurants, entertainment and culture.

Let’s remember what we know about London, what London is famous for. Look at your cards. Your task is to complete the sentences.

London is the capital of …

More than … million people live in London.

London consists of 4 main parts: ….

The heart of London is …

The political centre is …

… lives in Buckingham Palace

One of the greatest and oldest churches is …

… is in the centre of London.

The most interesting museum is …

The largest clock is …

London is situated on the river…

… is one of the London’s most famous bridge .

Is this information true (+) or false (-) ?

1. a) In the middle of Piccadilly Circus is the figure of Eros.

b) In the middle of Piccadilly Circus is the figure of Admiral Nelson.

2. a) The Houses of Parliament have only one Tower with Big Ben.

b) The Houses of Parliament have two towers: the Tower with Big Ben and

the Victoria Tower.

3. a) The residence of the British Queen is the Buckingham Castle.

b) The residence of the British Queen is the Buckingham Palace.

4. a) The British Museum has the best collections of antiquities

b) The National Gallery has wonderful collection of western paintings.

5. a) Westminster Abbey is a church where was buried [berid] Lord Nelson.

b) St. Paul’s Cathedral is a church where were crowned most British Kings

and Queens.

6. a) “The City” is the amusement park.

b) “The City” is the business and commercial heart of London.

7. a) The Tower of London was a fortress, but now it is a prison.

b) The Tower of London was a fortress and a palace, but now it is a

museum.

8. a) In the centre of the City there is the Tower of London.

b) In the centre of the City there is the Big Ben.

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Answer the questions

1Is London a big city? What is its population?

2 On what river does London stand?

3 What parts is London divided into?

4 What do you know about the City?

5 What places of interest does Westminster include?

6 Who was buried in Westminster Abbey?

7 Who was the St. Paul1s Cathedral built by?

8 Who founded the Tower of London? When was it rebuilt?

9 What is the governmental part of London?

10 What is Big Ben?

11 Why is the central square in London named Trafalgar Square?

12 What are the most famous London museums?

1. A special ticket which includes travel on buses and the tube.

2. A special sign for parking a car or a bike.

3. The name of London underground…

4. Travelling by railway means traveling by … .

5. A one-way ticket.

6. The busiest airport in Britain.

7. Travelling by air means travelling by … .

8. The name of a tourist bus.

9. A place where you can buy “package” holidays

Guess what is it.

1. You can see it from the river Thames. It’s very old. This place has a long and cruel history. It isn’t just one building. It has a history of blood – the blood of men, women and children. Now the Kings and the Queens of Britain don’t live there. (the Tower of London)

2. It’s the place where British kings and queens live when they are in London. When the Queen is inside you can see the flag over it. Important visitors often go to this place. They meet Queen Elizabeth and the royal family there. A lot of tourists go to visit this place. They stand outside and see the Changing of the Guard. (Buckingham Palace)

3. They stand beside the river Thames. You can also see them from Westminster Abbey. The country’s leaders speak at this place. The famous clock Big Ben stands near them. (the Houses of Parliament)

4. It’s one of the famous bridges across the Thames. It was built in 1894. It’s next to the Tower of London. It opens and ships go up and down the river Thames. (Tower Bridge)

5. This park is the property of the royal family. It is famous for its outdoor entertainments and its Speaker’s Corner. On a Sunday morning you can make a speech about something you believe to be very important. (Hyde Park)

6. It’s a place where different meetings take place. In the middle of this square there is Nelson Column. (Trafalgar Square)

Correct mistakes in the text.

London is the capital of Ireland. It have 5 parts. 8 million people lives there. There is a lot of different places of interest among the Tower of London, Trafalgar Square, British Museum, Buckingham Castle, Westminster Abby etc. They is situated in the East End. It is much parks, gardens, theatres and shops.

TEST

• London Zoo is in … a)Hyde Park b) Regent’s Park c) Kensington Gardens

• The Bloody Tower is in… a) the Tower of London b) Westminster Abbey c) Trafalgar Square

• The famous museum of waxworks is called … a) MOMI b) Pushkin Museum c) Madam Tussaud’s Museum

• What river does London stand on? A) The Thames B) The Severn C) The Clyde

5. What’s the name of a man the monument to whom stands on Trafalgar Square?

A) Chaplin B) Nelson C) Cromwell

6. Who is the first woman Prime Minister of Britain? A) Thatcher B) Livingstone C) Scott

7. What’s the name of the Princess of Wales who died in a car crash in Paris? A) Debby B) Dolly C) Diana 8.

8 . Who tried to blow up Parliament on November 5, 1605? A) Arthur B) Fawkes C) Drake

9.What’s the name of the London underground? А) Metro B) Tube C) Subway

10. What London street is famous for shops? A) Oxford Street B) Fleet Street C) Bon Street

11. The traditional English Drink is A) Coffee B) Cocoa C) Tea

12. The oldest university in Britain is in A) London B) Oxford C) Edinburgh

13. What’s the name of the Queen who ruled the country for the longest period of British History?

A) Mary B) Victoria C) Elisabeth

14. What is Big Ben? A) A clock tower B) A clock face C) A bell

15.Who designed St. Paul’s Cathedral? A) Christopher Wren B) Benjamin Hall C) Indigo Jones

16.Which is the largest and oldest museum in Britain? A) The British Museum B) the National Gallery C) Madame Tussaud’s

17. What are the famous guards of the Tower of London Called? A) Bobbies B) pearlies C) beefeaters

18. What is Covent Garden? A) a Garden B) Music Hall C) A Centre of entertainments

19. Where is the political centre of London? A) Westminster B) the West End C) The East End

20.What was the Tower of London long ago? A) a prison B) fortress C) a museum D) theatre

21. The business centre in London is… A) Westminster B)The City C) The West End

5.The queen lives in

a. Buckingham Palace

b. The Tower of London

c. Westminster Abbey

6.London is situated on the river

a. Volga

b. Thames

c. Seven

7.The Tower of London now is

a. a prison

b. a museum

c. the Zoo

8.The Heart of London is

a. Westminster

b. the West End

с .the City

9.St. Paul’s Cathedral was built in the 17th century by

a. Admiral Nelson

b. William the Conqueror

c. Sir Christopher Wren

10. Big Ben is

a. a bell

b. the clock

c. a tower

Choose the correct answer:

Complete

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1.London is the capital of

a. Scotland

b. Great Britain

c. America

2.St. Paul ‘s Cathedral is

a. a church

b. a fortress

c. a museum

3. The coronation of Kings and Queens takes place in:

a. Westminster Abbey

b. The Bloody Tower

c. Trafalgar Square

4.The country`s leaders speak in:

a. Big Ben

b. Buckingham Palace

c. The Houses of Parliament

1)… Park

2) … Square

3)… Gallery

4)… of London

5)… Cathedral

6)… Bridge

7)… Abbey

8)… Palace

9)The River…

10)The Houses of …

Your hometask is to prepare a story about a sight of London with a picture at home. (find the information in the Internet and tell about it without saying its name.

Homework: составить кроссворд (достопримечательности Лондона, определения к словам)