Week 1 In London!

Greetings from beautiful London!

        I have been here for two weeks now and I have done so many things already it's unbelievable. This is a recount of my first week here in London. Classes started with a walk throughout London in which we visited London Bridge, the Big Ben, and Tower Hill. We also had the opportunity of seeing two plays: "Twelfth Night" and "Di and Viv and Rose", both of which rendered excellent performances.

        Before Twelfth Night started we got the chance to see the actors dressing up on stage and I thought that was unique. This performance had male actors on the female roles, just like in Shakespearean times and they were absolutely wonderful. We also got a tour at the Tower of London and I had the opportunity of seeing the crown jewels (I was not allowed to take pics of the jewels). Tower Hill is very beautiful and worth a visit if you're ever in the area. Our tour guide was absolutely hilarious and we got a chance to go into the Chapel, which is still functioning nowadays.

The beautiful London Bridge

 King Henry VIII. We learned about the Kings of England, the purpose of the Tower and how it served as a prison and even torture chamber back in the days.

 Me in front of Tower Hill. Very windy day.

 A magnificent dragon made out of coins, newspaper, armor, jewels, guns, etc.

 Tower Hill

Guards marching.
                 
         People in London are absolutely wonderful and are very helpful (though they may push you on the tube!)  I will post more details on my visits to Westminster Abbey, the Big Ben, and The Globe Theater later on.

Best,
Rebecca S.