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Buckingham Palace Buckingham Palace is the official residence of the British monarch in London. 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, crisis, and grief. Originally known as Buckingham House, the building forming the core of today's palace was a large townhouse built for the Duke of Buckingham in 1703 and acquired by King George III in 1762 as a private residence. It was enlarged over the next 75 years, principally by architects John Nash and Edward Blore, forming three wings around a central courtyard. Buckingham Palace finally became the official royal palace of the British monarch on the accession of Queen Victoria in 1837. The last major structural additions were made in the late 19th and early 20th century, including the present-day public face of Buckingham Palace. Moderator: Uatu the Watcher |
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London London is the capital city of the United Kingdom and the largest city in England. The ancient City of London, to which the name originally belonged, still retains its mediaeval boundaries, but the name "London" has long applied more generally to the whole metropolis that has grown up around it. An important settlement for two millennia, London is one of the world's leading business, financial and cultural centres, and its influence in politics, education, entertainment, media, fashion and the arts all contribute to its status as a major global city. London is the most populous city by administrative area in the European Union, with an official population of 7.5 million, and has a metropolitan population of between 12 and 14 million. Its diverse population draws from a wide range of peoples, cultures and religions, with over 300 different languages spoken. London is a major tourist destination with four world heritage sites, several royal parks, and numerous iconic landmarks such as the Houses of Parliament, Tower Bridge, the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace and the London Eye. Moderator: Uatu the Watcher |
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Palace of Westminster The Palace of Westminster, also known as the Houses of Parliament or Westminster Palace, in London is where the two Houses of the Parliament of the United Kingdom—the House of Lords and the House of Commons—meet to conduct their business. The Palace lies on the north bank of the River Thames in the London borough of the City of Westminster, close by other government buildings in Whitehall. Moderator: Uatu the Watcher |
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SIS Building The SIS Building, also commonly known as the MI6 Building, is the headquarters of the British Secret Intelligence Service, otherwise known as "MI6". It is known locally as Legoland and also as Babylon-on-Thames due to its resemblance to an ancient Babylonian ziggurat. It is located at 85, Albert Embankment in the south western part of central London, along the Albert Embankment on the bank of the River Thames beside Vauxhall Bridge. Moderator: Uatu the Watcher |
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The Destine Family House The Clan Destine is the name given to the family of Adam Destine, an immortal Englishman born in the 1200's, his true love (a magical genie), and their children. Although not truly on the same plane of existence, Adam's love contacts him periodically, and another member of the Clan soon is born. Apparently, dozens and dozens of individuals have been born over the centuries, each living an extended lifespan due to their heritage. Many would stay their ancestral home, Ravenscroft Manor in England, living a happy life. Moderator: Uatu the Watcher |
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The Lake House Located at the Empress Matilda docks of Rotherhithe, London is the sizable four-story warehouse and new headquarters of cross-dimensional time traveling team of Excalibur, property of MI-13. This recent assembly of Excalibur currently contains an impressive roster including Captain Britain, Pete Wisdom, Sage, Dazzler, Nocturne of the Exiles, and reformed criminal turned X-Man Juggernaut. Moderator: Uatu the Watcher |
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Tower Bridge Tower Bridge is a combined bascule and suspension bridge in London, England over the River Thames. It is close to the Tower of London, which gives it its name. It has become an iconic symbol of London and is sometimes mistakenly called London Bridge, which is the next bridge upstream. The bridge is owned and maintained by Bridge House Estates, a charitable trust overseen by the Corporation of London. Moderator: Uatu the Watcher |
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