Trafalgar Square compiled by: Leslie
Managed by the Greater London Authority, Trafalgar Square is a landmark in central London enjoyed by Londoners and all visitors alike. It is a lively place often used for a wide range of activities including: special events and celebrations like the Royal Wedding, Olympics One Year to Go, St Patrick's Day and Chinese New Year; filming and photography; and rallies and demonstrations.
It is in the borough of the City of Westminster. At its centre is Nelson's Column, which is guarded by four lion statues at its base. There are a number of statues and sculptures in the square, with one plinth displaying changing pieces of contemporary art. The square is also used for political demonstrations and community gatherings, such as the celebration of New Year's Eve. The square itself is surrounded by roads on all sides, although traffic in recent years has been reduced in the interest of pedestrian safety. The original Trafalgar Square Fountain that was first added in 1845 was remolded in 1939 by Sir Edwin Lutyens.
Trafalgar Square Fountain features mermen and mermaids along side dolphins, all sculpted in bronze. Trafalgar Square Fountain is actually a set of two fountains. Source: http://www.london.gov.uk/priorities/art-culture/trafalgar-square |