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Wellington Arch

Wellington Arch

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Wellington Arch

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Location: London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom

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1. Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Walk from Green Park

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2. Westminster Palace, Buckingham Palace and Thames Path North Bank loop

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3. Tower of London – Buckingham Palace loop from Whitechapel

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Bumble-Bee

March 31, 2020

Wellington Arch, also known as Constitution Arch or (originally) as the Green Park Arch, is a Grade I-listed triumphal arch by Decimus Burton that forms a centrepiece of Hyde Park Corner in central London, between corners of Hyde Park and Green Park; it stands on a large traffic island with crossings for pedestrian access. From its construction in 1826 until 1830 the arch stood in a different location nearby; it was moved to its current site in 1882–1883. It originally supported a colossal equestrian statue of the 1st Duke of Wellington by the sculptor Matthew Cotes Wyatt, as a result of which it has acquired the name "the Wellington Arch" in the vernacular. A bronze quadriga (an ancient four-horse chariot) by Adrian Jones has surmounted it since 1912.

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T1pkp

December 4, 2020

Until 1992 the arch housed the smallest police station in London.

Beyond the Horizon

March 25, 2023

Wellington Arch was built in the 19th century to celebrate victory in the Napoleonic Wars and also serve as an entrance gate to the royal parks. The magnificent Quadriga statue that crowns the arch is the largest bronze sculpture in Britain and depicts the Angel of Peace steering the chariot of war.

A special highlight of Wellington Arch is the viewing platform, which offers you a breathtaking panoramic view of London. From here you can admire nearby Buckingham Palace, Hyde Park and many other city attractions. Inside the arch you will also find a small exhibition that deals with the history of the monument and the surrounding area.

The local atmosphere is characterized by historical elegance and urban life. Wellington Arch stands at a busy intersection surrounded by modern buildings and green spaces. Here you can watch the hustle and bustle of the city while enjoying the impressive architecture and history of the monument.

In the immediate vicinity of Wellington Arch are some of London's most famous attractions, such as Hyde Park, Green Park and Buckingham Palace. This part of the city offers you a unique mix of historical monuments, magnificent green spaces and urban life.

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1. Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Walk from Green Park

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