England, London

This is it what I was waiting for, me in London can’t you believes this??!!!

The UnderGround is the subway line in London

The Houses of Parliament

For over 900 years this impressive assemblage of Gothic buildings has been the home of British government. Indeed, no other place so potently symbolises democracy in the Western world.

The St. Paul’s Cathedral

The Cathedral was first built in 694AD but destroyed by the Great Fire in 1666, the beautiful building that stands today was designed by Christopher Wren and completed in 1710. St. Paul's has been host to many great occasions including the funeral of Sir Winston Churchill in 1965 and the wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer in 1981.

The St. Paul’s Cathedral is beautiful cathedral outside and inside and even thought camera or video tape inside the cathedral was not allowed I’m had the exclusive photo inside the cathedral I took the when nobody was looking at me. Enjoy it!

The Tower Bridge
The Tower Bridge is famous all over the world and has to rank as one of the most visited bridges in history.


It is close to the Tower of London, which gives it its name. It has become an iconic symbol of London. Tower Bridge is one of several London bridges owned and maintained by the City Bridge Trust, a charitable trust overseen by the City of London Corporation.

Big Ben

Anderson Sanchez & Maritza Pena Photograph by Johana

"Big Ben" is the name of the clock inside the famous tower that also forms part of the Houses of Parliament. I was so excited to be there for me it was like a dreams come true. What really knew from London was this the Big Ben and I was counting the minutes to go there but to be honest I thought it was going to be so much bigger and tall but it is not that tall how it look’s.

Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace is the official London residence of the British monarch.The palace is a setting for state occasions and royal entertaining, and a major tourist attraction. It has been a rallying point for the British people at times of national rejoicing and crisis.


The London Eye

The London Eye, also known as the Millennium Wheel, is the tallest Ferris Wheel in Europe and has become the most popular paid tourist attraction in the UK, visited by over 3 million people a year.

I got the opprotunity to go inside the London Eye and it has the most beautiful view of London from the South to North.

Wales

It is times for Wales, we took the Irish Ferries from Dublin to Wales !

The view from the Irish Ferries is incredible!

Our first stop in Wales was at the Beaumaris Castle !

Beaumaris, begun in 1295, was the last and largest of the castles to be built by King Edward I in Wales.

At the Warwick Castle

Britain’s Greatest Mediaeval Experience !

Queen Elizabeth

The shakespeare's Birthplace

For me to discover the exciting story of William Shakespeare's early years, and to stroll around the house where Shakespeare was born and grew up and see how his father, John, earned his living as a glove maker was a very unique experience in my life. ( NO VIDEO OR CAMERA WERE ALLOWED INSIDE THE SHAKESPEARE'S BIRTHPLACE)

Ireland, Dublin

In Ireland Dublin we stood in The Tara Tower Hotel


Our first day we walk around many main street in Dublin like Westmoreland street, O’ Connell street & Aston Quay were Liffey boardwalk is

The O’Connell Monument 1882

The group at The Molly Malone Statue



James Joyce Statue

The National Cathedral and Collegiate church of St Patrick 1192

Saint Patrick’s Cathedral has contributed much to Irish life throughout its long history.


Trinity College 1592 inside is The Book of Kells C.800
( NO VIDEO OR CAMERA WERE ALLOWED INSIDE THE BOOK OF KELLS)

Trinity College Library is one of the world’s great research libraries, holding the largest collection of manuscripts and printed books in Ireland.

St. Patrick’s Festival Parade in Dublin

Starting at Parnell Sq. North at 12 noon

With the 2008 parade embracing the theme of “Energy” this parade was the most memorable St. Patrick’s Day Parade for me. For more then three hours I was entertained by breathtaking display of creative talent as the parade weaves through the city centre, Irish street theatre companies, ceremonial groups and international marching bands that create an exciting carnival atmosphere.

Here is short video !

After that we just went to eat in a Cuban restaurant !!

Guinness Storehouse 1759


Home of Guinness, Dublin

Maritza Pena & Anderson Sanchez photograph by Johana

A Guinness fermentation plant from 1904 to 1988 is now the 7-storey visitor experience dedicated to the history and making of this world famous beer. Located in the heart of the St. James Gate Brewery, Guinness Storehouse the home of Guinness where I discover what goes into the makings of each and every pint.

The building is designed in the shape of a giant pint of Guinness, that if full, would hold 14.3 million pints and while I was making my way through Guinness Storehouse I tasted the beer in the laboratory where I can appreciate the beer like a real connoisseur.

Water is one of the ingredients.

Here we are drinking Guinness!

But wait don’t forget the ladies !

Dublin

PLACES THAT WE ARE GOING TO VISIT IN DUBLIN

The Book of Kells

The Book Of Kells is an Illuminated manuscrpt that has survived from the Middle Ages and has been described as the zenith of Western calligraphy and illumination. It contains the four Gospels of the bible in Latin, along with prefatory and explanatory matter decorated with numerous colourful illustrations and illuminations. Today it is on permanent display at the Trinity College Library in Dublin, Ireland, and is the most famous medieval book still extant. This is something to talked about and I sure I will remember for the rest of my lifes.

The Powerscourt

The gardens at Powerscourt were laid out in two main periods. When the house was rebuilt in the decade after 1731, the surrounding grounds were also remodelled. The design reflected the desire to create a garden which was part of the wider landscape. To the north formal tree plantations framed the vista from the house, while a walled garden, fish pond, cascades, grottos and terraces lay to the south.

Powerscourt waterfall

A short distance from the Powerscourt House and gardens is the Powerscourt waterfall. This is the highest waterfall in Ireland, I can’t wait to be there they said it wouldn't be surprised to hear the waterfall looks better when it rains, when there is more water to fall.

London

During my trip to London I will love to visit these places hopefully I will enjoy them

"Big Ben"
"Big Ben" is the name of the clock inside the famous tower that also forms part of the Houses of Parliament. Its impressive mechanism weighs in at over 13.5 tons, and the pendulum, which beats once every two seconds, is 13 feet long and weighs 690 pounds. The clock was named "Big Ben" after the First Commissioner of Works, and since 1885 a light above it has been lit while the House of Commons is in session. I can’t wait to be in front of the “Big Ben” and take photo’s front and back.


The Tower Bridge




Tower Bridge is famous the world over, and has to rank as one of the most visited bridges in history. I had to visit this Tower Bridge when I in London, It was designed by Sir Horace Jones, and opened in 1894. Due to the volume of river traffic at the time, Tower Bridge was designed to have twin bascules that could be raised. The idea was that if a ship too tall to pass under the bridge came by, the bascules could be raised and the bridge would, effectively, disappear. This still takes place several times a week. I hope I could see this happen but it is too bad it only takes places several times a week and I’m going to be there for two days.



Houses of Parliament


For over 900 years this impressive assemblage of Gothic buildings has been the home of British government. Indeed, no other place so potently symbolises democracy in the Western world. The building covers an area of eight acres and consists of 1,100 rooms, 100 staircases, 11 courtyards and over three kilometres of passages. The House of Lords occupies the southern end of the building whilst the House of Commons occupies the northern end. The best view of this massive expanse can be viewed...



St. Paul's Cathedral





The St. Paul’s Cathedral is beautiful and I’m so exciting to go inside a see it, the Cathedral was first built in 694AD but destroyed by the Great Fire in 1666, the beautiful building that stands today was designed by Christopher Wren and completed in 1710. St. Paul's has been host to many great occasions including the funeral of Sir Winston Churchill in 1965 and the wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer in 1981. This is going to be and wonderful experiences in my life.