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Cleopatra's Needle
Cleopatra's Needle was first erected in Egypt, by Pharaoh Thotmes 111 around 1500BC. It was a gift to the British people, in 1819, in recognition of Nelson's victory over the French fleet at the Battle of the Nile in 1798.

Covent Garden
Covent Garden and what can be found in any direction.

Covent Garden
Covent Garden, London's main market for fruit and vegetables operated for over 300 years. Increasing congestion led to it being moved to a new site south of the river in 1974. The site was revamped as a modern shopping area.

Covent Garden
Online destination to Covent Garden. A visit to London is not complete without walking around Covent Garden to see the street performers, history, art and architecture.

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