The Tower of London

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The Beefeaters

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The monarchy is a constant source of fascination and intrigue for visitors and residents alike. Ever since William the Conqueror used Westminster Abbey for his coronation in 1066, London has been the Royal capital of Great Britain. Successive Kings and Queens have since left their indelible mark throughout the city. From Henry VIII's string of palaces to the party halls and follies of James I, London is a treasure trove of the ornate, the ostentatious and the extraordinary.