WWII bombings left this area seriously damaged. So in the 1960s, following the architectural ideas of that time, this fine example of brutalist architecture was built. It consists of residential and cultural buildings, including europe's largest performing arts centre.

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August 25, 2024

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Access to the public highwalks of the Barbican Estate is possible from several surrounding streets via stairs and ramps. The complex, built between the 1960s and 1980s, was designed by …

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1. Jubilee Walkway — City loop from Royal Exchange to St. Paul's Cathedral

4.03km

01:03

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Tower of London – St Paul's Cathedral loop from London Liverpool Street

18.1km

04:43

130m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Tower of London – Buckingham Palace loop from Whitechapel

26.3km

06:47

130m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Greater London, England, United Kingdom

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Barbican Estate

1. Jubilee Walkway — City loop from Royal Exchange to St. Paul's Cathedral

2. Tower of London – St Paul's Cathedral loop from London Liverpool Street

3. Tower of London – Buckingham Palace loop from Whitechapel

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